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The Scotch Malt Whisky Society 1983 22 Years Single Malt Whisky

Clynelish 1983 SMWS 26.45

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society

United Kingdom

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Whisky Information

Age
22 years
ABV
54.7%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Clynelish
Distillation Year
05.1983
Bottling Year
11.2005
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) was established in 1983 as an exclusive international membership organization for whisky enthusiasts, now comprising over 26,000 members worldwide. Marking its 35th anniversary in 2018, the Society upholds its pioneering philosophy of 'adventurous, unconventional, and endlessly fascinating' cask selection. Through partnerships with 137 distilleries globally, SMWS releases more than 120 cask strength, single cask whiskies annually in the Chinese market alone. Each bottling embodies the purest expression of its provenance: no water added, no artificial coloring, and no chill-filtration—preserving the whisky's integrity exactly as nature intended. Curated by a panel of expert tasters, every bottle captures the singular character of its cask, rendering each release exceptionally rare and collectible. The Society's distinctive coding system deliberately omits distillery names, challenging connoisseurs to experience each whisky on its intrinsic merits, unencumbered by external biases—a true return to the essence of whisky appreciation.
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Whiskyspace Notes 2347

Whiskyspace Notes 2347

Jul 6, 2026, 10:07:27

This is just immense, honestly. 🥃 It’s got that mineral and salty vibe going on, with a massive oomph right from the start. Very cloudy and full of character. Loads of lemon, grapefruit juice, and citrus skin—really zestier and more rounded citrus than I expected. A little bitterer in a good way, like dandelions and flowers. The waxy side is crazy—putty-like, appropriately waxy and citrusy, almost like Mattei’s Corsican citron liqueur. Some fudge too, which is nice. There’s this rubberby smoky mint and antiseptic edge, reminds me of old Laphroaig and Ardbeg, but in a good way? Brine and cough syrup notes too, but it’s pretty perfect. Finish is rather long, tinier aromas kicking in at the end. Loud applause for this one. Just perfect, pretty unbeatable. Cheers! 🍋🔥

Whiskyspace Notes 2238

Whiskyspace Notes 2238

Jul 3, 2026, 09:13:46

First sniff hits me with brine and a sharp citrus zing, almost like grapefruit juice mixed with a hint of waxy putty. Then the palate opens up with massive oomph – rounded citrus, almondy notes, a touch of fudge and a bit of antiseptic kick. It’s putting on quite a show, lingering with rubbery smoky mint and a faint floral whisper. Feels right up my alley, proper unbeatable dram. 🥃

Whiskyspace Notes 2091

Whiskyspace Notes 2091

Jun 27, 2026, 24:52:41

First sip hits you with this proper peaty punch, like the old Laphroaig and Ardbeg days but with a twist. It’s got that putty-like texture on the tongue, weirdly satisfying, and a sharp bite that makes your eyes water a bit. The smoke’s there, yeah, but it’s not overpowering – more like a rubbery smoky mint lingering in the back. Massive oomph, this one, with all waxes of the creation swirling around – sweet fudge, bitter citrus skin, even a hint of cough syrup. It’s ueberfruity but rounded, zestier than a grapefruit juice morning, and the brine and salt make me think of coastal walks. There’s almondy notes too, almost nutty, and tinier aromas of flowers and dandelions dancing in the background. The finish is long, maybe a bit antiseptic, but in a good way – leaves you with a mineral tang and a sweet kind of wax that sticks to your lips. Pretty unbeatable, honestly. Just perfect, like it’s got a loud applause built in. 🥃

Whiskyspace Notes 1963

Whiskyspace Notes 1963

Jun 24, 2026, 11:56:39

This citrus liqueur’s got a cloudy, almost putty-like look that’s oddly inviting. The nose hits you with this sharp, waxy and citrusy mix—imagine lemon and grapefruit juice having a right old argument, then throwing in some rubbery smoky mint for good measure. Tinier aromas sneak in too, like dandelions and flowers after rain, balanced with a mineral edge that’s got a bit of bite. First sip? Properly zingy, ueberfruity with a waxy texture that coats the tongue—not sure about the antiseptic note, but it fades quick. The finish is rounded citrus with a hint of salt, like a straw left in a spritz too long. It’s putting on quite a show, massive oomph for something so bright. Right up my alley, this—loud applause from my taste buds 🥃.

Whiskyspace Notes 1909

Whiskyspace Notes 1909

Jun 24, 2026, 02:08:34

Blimey, this is right up my alley! Cloudy as a foggy London morning but bursts with lemon zest and that sweet, waxy charm—like a candle shop meets a citrus grove. There’s a whiff of antiseptic sharpness, then brine and dandelions dancing about. Massive oomph on the palate, rubbery mint and almonds playing hide and seek. Finishes long, with a mineral tang and a hint of cough syrup warmth. Pretty unbeatable, this one 🍋✨

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