A rather well aged example of Clynelish. Bottled as a 30 year old, at cask strength, with no coloring and no chill filtration in an ancient bourbon cask by Halcyon Spirits. A whisky geek’s dream!
So soft and gentle, I’d be hard pressed to say this was scotch of any sort with that gentle delivery.
Not a drop of spicy oak, dryness, or anything astringent. Just mellow and sweet.
The herbs kick up again, but the banana, white chocolate and fresh raspberry notes are dancing around.
Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.
Phil Dwyer is a freelance whisky writer and consultant. With a decade of experience in whisky retail and nearly as long running Whisky Wednesday on YouTube, Phil is dedicated to sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm with fellow whisky lovers. His goal is to make whisky accessible and enjoyable, dispelling the jargon and complexity that can sometimes surround the spirit. In addition to his online presence, Phil managed The Whisky Shop Manchester, where he curated an impressive selection of some of the finest drams available.
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