Clynelish 12 Year Old (Special Release 2022) vs The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 12 Year Old (Special Release 2022)
Clynelish
£150
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
The Oxford Artisan Distillery
★ 5.00
£95
| Clynelish 12 Year Old (Special Release 2022) | The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | The Oxford Artisan Distillery |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 58.5% | 46.3% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 12 Year Old (Special Release 2022)
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Clynelish 12 Year Old (Special Release 2022)
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Quick verdict
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 is better value at £95 vs £150.
For beginners: The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 12 Year Old (Special Release 2022)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£95 vs £150)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 12 Year Old (Special Release 2022) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy The?
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Tasting notes
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Only Clynelish 12 Year Old (Special Release 2022)
Only The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1