Name: Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Brand: Clynelish
Price: 178.84 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is characterised by Sherried, Old Wood, Honey, Leathery, Dried Fruit notes. Clynelish from November 1995, aged 23 years in a refill sherry butt and bottled at cask strength by Signatory in 2019, representing the Highland distillery's waxy, coastal character matured to complexity.

Question 2

Is Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is noticeably sweet (65/100), with flavours like Honey.

Question 4

Is Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) costs £178.84 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 56.4% ABV, Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Try it neat first, then add water gradually.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The sweet, honeyed character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) similar to Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) and Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) share a similar flavour profile (Leathery) and are in a similar price range. Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) costs £130 vs £178.84 for Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory).

Question 11

Is Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) similar to Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) and Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Dried Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s costs £150 vs £178.84 for Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory).

Question 12

How does Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) compare to Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) and Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11242) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is sweet and approachable, while Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is known for Smokey, Medicinal, Oily notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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