Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Glentauchers 6 Year Old 2014 (cask 9900053) - The Falls of Caledonia (Heroes & Heretics)
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
Glentauchers 6 Year Old 2014 (cask 9900053) - The Falls of Caledonia (Heroes & Heretics)
Glentauchers
★ 4.00
£60
| Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Glentauchers 6 Year Old 2014 (cask 9900053) - The Falls of Caledonia (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Glentauchers |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 54% |
| Age | 15 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £57.12 | £59.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Glentauchers 6 Year Old 2014 (cask 9900053) - The Falls of Caledonia (Heroes & Heretics)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Glentauchers 6 Year Old 2014 (cask 9900053) - The Falls of Caledonia (Heroes & Heretics)
Quick verdict
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £57 vs £60.
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 £59.95)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glentauchers 6 Year Old 2014 (cask 9900053) - The Falls of Caledonia (Heroes & Heretics)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£59.95 vs £57.12)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Glentauchers?
Glentauchers 6 Year Old 2014 (cask 9900053) - The Falls of Caledonia (Heroes & Heretics) 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 Glentauchers 6 Year Old 2014 (cask 9900053) - The Falls of Caledonia (Heroes & Heretics)