Name: Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Brand: Clynelish
Price: 103.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is characterised by Sherried, Dried Fruit, Chocolate, Nutty, Old Wood notes. Distilled in November 1995 and bottled by Signatory in April 2017, this Clynelish spent 21 years in a refill Sherry butt, yielding 546 bottles at cask strength. The Highland distillery's oily, slightly maritime character would have been tempered and enriched by extended Sherry wood contact.

Question 2

Is Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) has some sweetness (53/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is a challenging dram with and high ABV (53%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) costs £103 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 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 53% ABV, Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - 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 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - 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 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - 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 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) similar to Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) and Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Dried Fruit, Chocolate) and are in a similar price range. Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) costs £124.18 vs £103 for Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory).

Question 11

Is Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) similar to Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) and Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Dried Fruit, Chocolate) and are in a similar price range. Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish costs £82.95 vs £103 for Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory).

Question 12

How does Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) compare to Famous Grouse Highland Decanter?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) and Famous Grouse Highland Decanter are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11223) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is complex and layered, while Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is known for Malt Extract, Vanilla, Honey notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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