Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2011 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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
Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2011 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Brackla
★ 4.83
£50
| Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2011 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Brackla |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 60.6% |
| Age | 15 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £57.12 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.83/5 |
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2011 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2011 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.83).
Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2011 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.12 vs £49.95)
Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2011 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £57.12)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (60.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 Royal?
Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2011 Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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