Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Dalmore 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£57
Dalmore 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£75
| Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Dalmore 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Dalmore |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 51.3% |
| Age | 15 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £57.12 | £74.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Dalmore 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Dalmore 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £57 vs £75.
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
- +More affordable (£57.12 vs £74.95)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 14 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Dalmore 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£74.95 vs £57.12)
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 Dalmore?
Dalmore 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only Dalmore 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)