Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2000 (cask 9730) - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2000 (cask 9730) - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
DistilleryClynelishCraigellachie
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%50%
Age15 yr13 yr
Price£57.12£79.95
Rating5.00/5

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner65/100
Value88/100

Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2000 (cask 9730) - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2000 (cask 9730) - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £57 vs £80.

For beginners: Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£57.12 vs £79.95)
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 13 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2000 (cask 9730) - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£79.95 vs £57.12)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Clynelish?

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy Craigellachie?

Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2000 (cask 9730) - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

OilyLeatheryHoneyMalt ExtractNutty

Only Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2000 (cask 9730) - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

SherriedOld WoodCooked FruitToasted

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