Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Tomatin 14 Year Old 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon 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
Tomatin 14 Year Old 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon Cask
Tomatin
★ 5.00
£72
| Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Tomatin 14 Year Old 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Tomatin |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 15 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £57.12 | £71.8 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Tomatin 14 Year Old 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon Cask
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Tomatin 14 Year Old 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon Cask
Quick verdict
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £57 vs £72.
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
- +More affordable (£57.12 vs £71.8)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 14 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tomatin 14 Year Old 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon Cask
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£71.8 vs £57.12)
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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 14 Year Old 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only Tomatin 14 Year Old 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon Cask