Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.4%)
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
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.4%)
New Riff
★ 4.00
£68
| Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.4%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | New Riff |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 51.4% |
| Age | 15 yr | NAS |
| Price | £57.12 | £67.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.4%)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.4%)
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 £68.
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 £67.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.4%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£67.95 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 New?
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.4%) 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 New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.4%)