Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6403 + 6404) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) vs Stauning HØST

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

Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6403 + 6404) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)Stauning HØST
DistilleryClynelishStauning
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandDenmark
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%40.5%
Age19 yrNAS
Price£52.85£41.5
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6403 + 6404) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness78/100
Beginner80/100
Value95/100

Stauning HØST

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6403 + 6404) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Stauning HØST

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Stauning HØST is better value at £42 vs £53.

For beginners: Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6403 + 6404) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6403 + 6404) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£52.85 vs £41.5)

Stauning HØST

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£41.5 vs £52.85)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Clynelish?

Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6403 + 6404) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) 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.

Who should buy Stauning?

Stauning HØST suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Only Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6403 + 6404) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)

SherriedOilyHoneyVanillaLeathery

Only Stauning HØST

New WoodToastedFresh FruitVegetativeCooked Fruit

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