Clynelish 1990 / 31 Year Old / Signatory Highland Whisky
- Distillery
- Clynelish
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £680
- Tasting notes
- Old Wood, Tobacco, Leathery, Malt Extract
- Description
- Clynelish's 1990 vintage, matured for 31 years in ex-bourbon barrels and bottled by Signatory at cask strength in 2022, represents the distillery's signature coastal character at near-half-century maturity. Decades in refill wood have allowed the spirit's waxy, honeyed depth to develop alongside subtle brine and lanolin notes. The texture is oily and complex, with a measured finish that speaks to patient aging. A collector's piece for those seeking mature Highland whisky with restraint and nuance.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Clynelish 1990 / 31 Year Old / Signatory Highland Whisky is a from Clynelish (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect oaky, sweet and gentle spice character — old wood, tobacco, leathery, malt extract. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Clynelish's 1990 vintage, matured for 31 years in ex-bourbon barrels and bottled by Signatory at cask strength in 2022, represents the distillery's signature coastal character at near-half-century maturity. Decades in refill wood have allowed the spirit's waxy, honeyed depth to develop alongside subtle brine and lanolin notes. The texture is oily and complex, with a measured finish that speaks to patient aging. A collector's piece for those seeking mature Highland whisky with restraint and nuance.
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