Name: Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Brand: Clynelish
Price: 103.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is characterised by Sherried, Dried Fruit, Cooked Fruit, Toasted notes. Signatory bottled this Clynelish at cask strength in March 2017, having laid it down in a refill Sherry butt in November 1995. The 21-year maturation in Sherry wood would have imparted depth and richness to the Highland spirit's naturally waxy character.

Question 2

Is Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - 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 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) has some sweetness (48/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is a challenging dram with and high ABV (55.7%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - 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 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 55.7% ABV, Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - 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 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - 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 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - 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 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - 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 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) similar to Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) and Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) share a similar flavour profile (Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) costs £79.95 vs £103 for Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory).

Question 11

Is Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) similar to Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) and Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye share a similar flavour profile (Cooked Fruit, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye costs £73.75 vs £103 for Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory).

Question 12

How does Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) compare to Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) and Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is complex and layered, while Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is known for Fresh Fruit, Citric, Vanilla notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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