Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Mortlach 20 Year Old 1991 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)Mortlach 20 Year Old 1991 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryClynelishMortlach
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%56.4%
Age15 yr20 yr
Price£57.12£79.42
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Mortlach 20 Year Old 1991 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner40/100
Value63/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 20 Year Old 1991 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £57 vs £79.

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 £79.42)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Mortlach 20 Year Old 1991 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (20 vs 15 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (56.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£79.42 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 Mortlach?

Mortlach 20 Year Old 1991 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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)

OilyLeatheryHoneyMalt ExtractNutty

Only Mortlach 20 Year Old 1991 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SherriedDried FruitOld WoodChocolateToasted

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