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Clynelish 1983 17 Years Single Malt Whisky

Clynelish 1983 Sa

Clynelish

Highlands · United Kingdom

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Whisky Information

Age
17 years
ABV
47%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Clynelish
Distillation Year
1983
Bottling Year
2000

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Lowest Price:€558.00(2024-02-28)

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Clynelish Single Malt Whisky stands as one of the most esteemed and strategically vital distilleries within Diageo's portfolio, serving as a cornerstone malt for the iconic Johnnie Walker blended Scotch whisky range, particularly the prestigious Gold Label Reserve. The distillery's distinctive waxy, honeyed character has rendered it indispensable to master blenders for nearly two centuries. Dr. Jim Beveridge OBE, Diageo's Master Blender for over four decades, has been the guardian of Johnnie Walker's consistent quality and signature house style. As only the sixth Master Blender in the brand's 200-year history, Beveridge helms a team of 12 expert blenders while bearing ultimate responsibility for the world's best-selling Scotch whisky. Among all malt whiskies, Clynelish holds a privileged position in his blending repertoire, alongside Talisker, as his preferred foundation for crafting complex blends. In recognition of his monumental contributions to the Scotch whisky industry, Dr. Beveridge was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in June 2019, an honor that coincided with Diageo's bicentennial celebrations. The Clynelish distillery underwent a comprehensive year-long refurbishment in June 2017, emerging with state-of-the-art equipment including a 12.5-tonne full lauter mash tun, eight traditional wooden washbacks, and two stainless steel fermenters. The facility operates with three pairs of stills, offering panoramic views of Brora village and the North Sea from the stillhouse. Running seven days a week, the distillery produces approximately 4.8 million liters of new make spirit annually. Notably, around 6,000 casks of Clynelish spirit mature in the warehouses of its sister distillery Brora, which ceased operations but is now undergoing extensive restoration to reopen in 2020. The majority of Clynelish's maturation stock, however, rests in other Diageo facilities across Scotland. Clynelish's official bottlings showcase the distillery's elegant character, led by the benchmark 14-year-old expression and the Distiller's Edition, which receives a finishing period in Oloroso Seco sherry casks. The distillery has also featured prominently in Diageo's annual Special Releases, with the Clynelish Select Reserve appearing for two consecutive years. In a contemporary marketing highlight, spring 2019 saw the launch of the Game of Thrones Limited Edition Collection, featuring eight single malts—including a Clynelish bottling representing House Tyrell at 51.6% ABV, without age statement.
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Tasting Notes & Reviews

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Whiskyspace Notes 2276

Whiskyspace Notes 2276

Jul 4, 2026, 12:24:36

刚倒了一杯浅金透亮的, knocked it back propper slow 🥃 先是 peat smoke 混着 smoky grassiness 蹭上鼻子,还有点苦橙酒和柑橘的甜香气,底下藏着皮革和甘草的味儿,混着点蜡感和柴油的古怪香气居然一点都不冲 mouth feel 顺得离谱, sharp spices 慢慢在舌尖炸开,后面 tertiary 的风味一层层上来,像老煤炉旁边摆着插了水的花瓶的那种旧旧的舒服感 后段 roaring 的厚重底韵裹着老橙酒的甜, balance 得刚刚好,咽了之后 aftertaste 留着烟熏和甘草的味,太 facy 了 连我这种平时 anti-maltoporn 懒得跟风吹单一麦芽的人都想多喝两杯

Whiskyspace Notes 2231

Whiskyspace Notes 2231

Jul 3, 2026, 04:24:55

honestly lately i’ve been lowkey obsessed with this pour 🥃 the mouth feel is perfect right off the bat, that faint vase water crispness hits first then you get bright citrus and bitter orange liqueur zing, balance is achieved so effortlessly i almost chuckled there’s a lovely liquorice thread running through, a hint of leather tucked mid-palate, plus that waxy texture on the tongue? so good you get that gentle peat smoke humming in the background, a funky little engine oil and metallic/mineral edge that reminds me of old 1980s Clynelishes drams, and the finish lingers with that warm old orange liqueur sweetness, absolutely fabulous even if you’re part of the anti-maltoporn brigade like me

Whiskyspace Notes 2083

Whiskyspace Notes 2083

Jun 26, 2026, 21:52:30

Blimey, this one’s absolutely fabulous innit? 🤌 First you get that soft vase water hit, then waxy things like old candle wax that’s been stuffed in a drawer for donkey’s years. Then that rich old orange liqueur sweetness creeps in, before peat smoke and smoky grassiness roll in like a warm summer evening round a bonfire. There’s a little metallic/mineral tang a bit like metal polish, hints of leather from my old work jacket, even a faint whiff of engine oil from when I was fixing my mate’s car last week. Balance is achieved perfectly, mouth feel is perfect too — thick but not cloying — with that warm old coal stove note at the back and a tiny touch of light cough syrup to round the whole lot off. So many lovely tertiary notes, just chef’s kiss 👌

Whiskyspace Notes 1993

Whiskyspace Notes 1993

Jun 24, 2026, 23:17:51

Pale gold in the glass, first whiff’s like an old coal stove puffing away in the background. Sip it and there’s this waxy, almost floral thing, then a hit of diesel oil and peat smoke—proper roaring stuff. Citrus peeks through, sharp spices linger, and the mouthfeel? Fabulous. Leather and a long, warm aftertaste. Just right. 🥃

Whiskyspace Notes 1954

Whiskyspace Notes 1954

Jun 24, 2026, 07:38:16

Ah, right, this one’s a proper time machine in a glass, isn’t it? You get this light cough syrup sweetness right up front, but it’s quickly chased by this fascinating, waxy thing – like polishing an old brass lamp. Then there’s the fruit, but it’s not fresh; it’s old orange liqueur, and a bit of bitter orange liqueur right at the edges. 🍊 There’s this whole industrial vibe going on too. A bit of engine oil, a whiff of diesel oil… somehow it works with the smoky grassiness and the faint memory of an old coal stove. The mouthfeel is just perfect, honestly. It feels… tertiary, if that makes sense. Complex. All these layers – the leather, the mineral side, that hint of metal polish – they’re all in perfect balance. Fabulous stuff. 👍

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