Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask
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
The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask
The Macallan
★ 4.05
£75
| Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | The Macallan |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 15 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £57.12 | £74.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.05/5 |
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask
Quick verdict
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.05).
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £57 vs £75.
For beginners: The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask 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)
- +More affordable (£57.12 vs £74.99)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£74.99 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 The?
The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask