Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Tullamore D.E.W. Ceramic Jug

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

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)Tullamore D.E.W. Ceramic Jug
DistilleryClynelishTullamore D.E.W.
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%40%
Age15 yrNAS
Price£57.12£52.49
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Tullamore D.E.W. Ceramic Jug

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value95/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullamore D.E.W. Ceramic Jug

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tullamore D.E.W. Ceramic Jug is better value at £52 vs £57.

For beginners: Tullamore D.E.W. Ceramic Jug is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£57.12 vs £52.49)

Tullamore D.E.W. Ceramic Jug

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£52.49 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 Tullamore?

Tullamore D.E.W. Ceramic Jug suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyMalt Extract

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

OilyLeatheryNutty

Only Tullamore D.E.W. Ceramic Jug

VanillaFresh FruitToasted

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