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Clynelish 1995 17 Years Single Malt Whisky

Clynelish 1995 TWA

Clynelish

Highlands · United Kingdom

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Whisky Information

Age
17 years
ABV
51.4%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Clynelish
Distillation Year
1995
Bottling Year
2012
Cask Types
Refill Sherry Wood

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Lowest Price:€120.00(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 1385

Whiskyspace Notes 1385

Jun 3, 2026, 11:21:41

这颜色真漂亮,深金色的,一看就有点年份。👃闻起来先是一股子青柠和葡萄柚的酸味,接着居然有点蘑菇和泥土的气息,混着淡淡的茶香和干果甜。 喝到嘴里有点意外…🤯 说不上来的复杂。先是胡椒的辛辣,然后突然蹦出皮革、老木头和潮湿烟草的味道。隐约还有点咖啡和核桃的影子,但底下藏着一股旧纸箱和百花香似的混合味,挺不寻常的。 回味不算特别长,但最后留在嘴里的是灰尘和肉桂的暖意,还有点薄荷脑的清凉感。整体感觉…嗯,挺不同寻常的一杯,像在旧阁楼里翻东西似的,层次乱飞但居然有点上头。🙂

Whiskyspace Notes 1341

Whiskyspace Notes 1341

Jun 2, 2026, 17:37:33

Wow, this dram pours a lovely deep gold in the glass. 🥃 First sip, I'm hit with walnuts and coffee, but there's this musty note that's quite intriguing. Then the spice comes through—cinnamon and a peppery warmth that builds nicely. After that, I get a burst of grapefruits, almost tangy, and it oddly reminds me of old Sauternes mixed with a touch of balsamic vinegar. There's leather and bergamots too, making it feel a bit disconcerting at first. But as it lingers, with a mid length finish, I pick up moss, pepper, tea, and earth, all swirling into a potpourri-like aftertaste. Quite the complex one! 😊

Whiskyspace Notes 1306

Whiskyspace Notes 1306

Jun 1, 2026, 04:37:00

这酒颜色挺深的,像老蜂蜜似的 🍂 闻起来…嚯,先是肉桂和干橘皮那种暖暖的香,然后有点像旧皮具,还夹着一丝红茶泡久了的味道。再仔细闻,居然有点潮湿泥土和蘑菇的感脚,有点意思。 喝下去第一感觉是…嗯,跟平常喝的很不一样。有葡萄柚的微苦,还有点黑胡椒的辣劲儿。突然冒出烟熏茶叶和烟草味,但又不是那种浓重的烟味,更像是老烟斗里残存的气息。 后面慢慢透出点坚果香,像核桃仁,还有点葡萄干的甜润。但底下一直有股说不上来的、像旧木头柜子或者湿报纸的气味… 🤔 回味不算特别长但也不短,舌头上留着淡淡的肉桂粉和灰尘似的触感。整体很…复杂?有点像把好几种不搭边的东西混在一起,但居然还不赖。

Whiskyspace Notes 1303

Whiskyspace Notes 1303

May 29, 2026, 06:57:47

Nosed it and got this whiff of damp earth and hay, kinda like an old leather jacket. Very unusual, not what I’d expect from a typical whisky 🤔 Took a sip – first thought was “is this really whisky?” because it reminded me of strong black tea with a hint of grapefruit and lime. There’s something camphory and woody there too, like walking through a mossy forest. Finish is mid-length, leaves a dusty, cinnamon-like aftertaste that blends with cigarette tobacco and a bit of musty coffee grounds. Oddly enough, it’s a bit disconcerting but I keep going back for more ☕️

Whiskyspace Notes 1300

Whiskyspace Notes 1300

May 28, 2026, 06:37:55

Right, cracked this one open last night after work. Really unusual dram, not what I expected at all. First thing I get is this musty, almost potpourri-like quality – like opening a box of dried flowers that's been sitting in a loft for years. Then there's this camphory wood thing going on, mixed with old leather and a bit of dusty earth. Quite mossy too, almost like walking through a damp forest. Nose has some citrus kicking in – grapefruits and bergamots mainly, maybe a touch of lime. Behind that there's hay and walnuts, and weirdly enough I keep thinking about those old Camels cigarettes my grandad used to smoke. 🤔 On the palate it's peppery, definitely some cinnamon there. Getting tea notes and sultanas – almost muscaty in a way. Little bit of balsamic vinegar tartness. Some cardboard and what I think might be thuja? Not entirely sure on that one to be honest. Finish is mid length, quite dusty with that cinnamony aftertaste lingering. Bit of cigarette tobacco coming through at the end. Genuinely don't know what to make of this one. Every sip I get something different. Not bad at all, just... unusual. Would probably reach for it again when I'm in the mood for something a bit off the beaten track 🥃

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