Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Tullibardine 4 Year Old 2018 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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
Tullibardine 4 Year Old 2018 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tullibardine
★ 4.00
£47
| Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Tullibardine 4 Year Old 2018 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Tullibardine |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 65.9% |
| Age | 15 yr | 4 yr |
| Price | £57.12 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Tullibardine 4 Year Old 2018 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Tullibardine 4 Year Old 2018 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Tullibardine 4 Year Old 2018 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £47 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 4 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.12 vs £46.95)
Tullibardine 4 Year Old 2018 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£46.95 vs £57.12)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (65.9%) — may need water
- −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 Tullibardine?
Tullibardine 4 Year Old 2018 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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