Name: Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky
Brand: Clynelish
Price: 450.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky taste like?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky is characterised by Sherried, Dried Fruit, Old Wood, Cooked Fruit notes. Clynelish 1995 is a Highland single malt that spent 23 years in a single refill sherry butt, bottled at 55.4% ABV by Signatory Vintage for The Whisky Exchange's 20th anniversary. Rich dried fruits, dark berries and warm oak spice create a sherry-forward profile with considerable depth and maturity. This is a whisky for those who appreciate extended cask influence and prefer substance over delicacy.

Question 2

Is Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky sweet?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky has some sweetness (53/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky costs £450 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 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky is enjoyable neat at 40% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky 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 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky — 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 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Serve Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky 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 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky similar to Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky and Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) share a similar flavour profile (Sherried) and are in a similar price range. Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) costs £299 vs £450 for Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky.

Question 11

Is Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky similar to The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky and The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Cooked Fruit) and are in a similar price range. The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish costs £299 vs £450 for Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky.

Question 12

How does Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky compare to Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts?

Accepted Answer

Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky and Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Clynelish 1995 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky is complex and layered, while Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is known for Hay-like, Leafy, Malt Extract notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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