Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar
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
House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar
The Whisky Cellar
★ 5.00
£50
| Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | The Whisky Cellar |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 57.1% |
| Age | 15 yr | NAS |
| Price | £57.12 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar
Quick verdict
House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar is better value at £50 vs £57.
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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.12 vs £49.95)
House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £57.12)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
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 House?
House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar 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 House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar