Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11480) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11480) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Clynelish
★ 4.00
£109
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Strathisla
★ 5.00
£87
| Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11480) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Strathisla |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.2% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £108.64 | £87.07 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11480) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11480) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Quick verdict
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is better value at £87 vs £109.
For beginners: Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11480) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (57.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£108.64 vs £87.07)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£87.07 vs £108.64)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11480) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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.
Who should buy Strathisla?
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11480) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail