Name: Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Brand: Clynelish
Price: 88.95 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is characterised by Leathery, Old Wood, Tobacco, Oily notes. Clynelish's coastal character matured for 23 years in a single cask distilled in October 1988, bottled in 2011 by Duncan Taylor as part of the Rare Auld series with just 277 bottles released. This rare Highland malt represents the distillery's signature waxy, honeyed profile developed over more than two decades.

Question 2

Is Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is not particularly sweet (0/100). It leans dry and savoury.

Question 4

Is Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is a challenging dram with and high ABV (50.5%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) costs £88.95 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 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 50.5% ABV, Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) pairs well with dark chocolate, mature cheddar, smoked nuts, and charcuterie. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) — 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 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) similar to The Antiquary 21 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) and The Antiquary 21 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Old Wood, Tobacco) and are in a similar price range. The Antiquary 21 Year Old costs £84.9 vs £88.95 for Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor).

Question 11

Is Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) similar to Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) and Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) share a similar flavour profile (Leathery) and are in a similar price range. Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) costs £66.95 vs £88.95 for Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor).

Question 12

How does Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) compare to Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) and Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is complex and layered, while Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is known for Sherried, Honey, Dried Fruit notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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