Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Smooth Ambler Old Scout American Whiskey American Whiskey
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
Smooth Ambler Old Scout American Whiskey American Whiskey
Smooth Ambler
£59
| Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Smooth Ambler Old Scout American Whiskey American Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 15 yr | NAS |
| Price | £57.12 | £59.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Smooth Ambler Old Scout American Whiskey American Whiskey
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Smooth Ambler Old Scout American Whiskey American Whiskey
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 £59.
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 £59.25)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Smooth Ambler Old Scout American Whiskey American Whiskey
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.25 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 Smooth?
Smooth Ambler Old Scout American Whiskey American Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only Smooth Ambler Old Scout American Whiskey American Whiskey