This whisky bottle is a single cask expression distilled in Sutherland in the year 2000 and bottled in 2023 after a meticulous 23-year aging process. This whisky is a testament to the craftsmanship of a renowned Highland distillery, carefully selected from cask 1436 and bottled at cask strength without added coloring or filtering, resulting in 342 bottles of liquid gold.
Occasionally, an independent bottler comes across a cask of whisky whose origin they cannot disclose. Although they usually try to avoid this, some casks are too good to pass up—such as this hogshead from the Highlands.
This single cask whisky spent over two decades aging in a bourbon hogshead, which has given it an unparalleled depth and immense complexity. This characteristic Highlander offers strong hints of its origin with powerful aromas of floral honey, antique furniture, and fruit wax, with a distinctive waxy note. The palate is beautifully viscous, with a texture that perfectly integrates hints of warm honey, tarte tatin, almonds, and pleasant beeswax notes.
The most intense sweet waxy black locust (pseudo acacia) honeydew melon... Clynelish. Nose 92 92 fresh out of the hive black locust honey wax frame Taste 91 91 the sweetest waxy black locust honeycomb filled with fresh, zesty honey spirit spiced with vanilla and citrus blossom Finish 90 90 chalky exsiccated flowers, unripe honeydew melon.
There were only 342 bottles produced from this single cask.
This whisky has an ABV of 51.2%.
This whisky has been aged for 23 years, having been distilled in 2000 and bottled in 2023.
This whisky was aged in a bourbon hogshead, which has contributed to its unique flavor profile.
Aroma: floral honey, antique furniture, fruit wax, waxy note
Taste: warm honey, tarte tatin, almonds, beeswax
Finish: chalky, exsiccated flowers, unripe honeydew melon
Overall: This whisky presents an exceptional blend of sweet and waxy notes, with a delightful aromatic profile and a beautifully viscous palate that delivers hints of honey, almonds, and beeswax. The finish is chalky, with undertones of dried flowers and unripe melon.
This single cask expression is a true gem from the Highland region, embodying the craftsmanship of Berry Bros & Rudd. The complex and robust profile of floral honey, antique furniture, and beeswax, combined with the viscous texture and long finish, makes this whisky a remarkable experience. A must-try for enthusiasts and collectors alike.
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