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

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

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)Starward Nova
DistilleryClynelishStarward
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandAustralia
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%41%
Age15 yrNAS
Price£57.12£47.5
Rating5.00/53.63/5

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

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

Starward Nova

Smoke0/100
Sweetness62/100
Beginner75/100
Value76/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Starward Nova

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.63).

Starward Nova is better value at £48 vs £57.

For beginners: Starward Nova is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£57.12 vs £47.5)

Starward Nova

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£47.5 vs £57.12)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.6 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 Starward?

Starward Nova is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

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

OilyLeatheryHoneyMalt ExtractNutty

Only Starward Nova

Cooked FruitSherriedVanillaFresh FruitChocolate

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