Clynelish 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 13155) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod) vs The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 13155) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
Clynelish
£237
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
GlenDronach
★ 5.00
£210
| Clynelish 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 13155) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod) | The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | GlenDronach |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.5% | 53.2% |
| Age | 27 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £237 | £210 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 13155) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Clynelish 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 13155) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Quick verdict
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is better value at £210 vs £237.
For beginners: Clynelish 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 13155) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 13155) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 22 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£237 vs £210)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£210 vs £237)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 13155) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy The?
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) 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
Only Clynelish 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 13155) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
Only The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)