Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Inchgower 12 Year Old 2011 - Vintage Casks (Mossburn)

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

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)Inchgower 12 Year Old 2011 - Vintage Casks (Mossburn)
DistilleryClynelishInchgower
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%57.1%
Age15 yr12 yr
Price£57.12£66.5
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Inchgower 12 Year Old 2011 - Vintage Casks (Mossburn)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchgower 12 Year Old 2011 - Vintage Casks (Mossburn)

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 £67.

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 £66.5)
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Inchgower 12 Year Old 2011 - Vintage Casks (Mossburn)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£66.5 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 Inchgower?

Inchgower 12 Year Old 2011 - Vintage Casks (Mossburn) 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

Both taste of

Honey

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

OilyLeatheryMalt ExtractNutty

Only Inchgower 12 Year Old 2011 - Vintage Casks (Mossburn)

Fresh FruitVanillaToastedOld Wood

Where to buy

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

Inchgower 12 Year Old 2011 - Vintage Casks (Mossburn)

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