Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
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
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£43
| Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 47.5% |
| Age | 15 yr | 5 yr |
| Price | £57.12 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Quick verdict
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £43 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
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 5 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.12 vs £42.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £57.12)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Staoisha?
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)