Clynelish 18 Year Old Special Release 2025 Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Clynelish 18 Year Old Special Release 2025 Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Clynelish 18 Year Old | 2025 Special Release | A Grand Feast of Ultimate Waxiness | High-Aged Cask Strength Little Cat Limited Edition

【Product Specifications】 Origin: Highlands, Scotland Brand: Clynelish (Diageo Special Releases Series) Age: 18 Years ABV: 57.2% (Cask Strength - Estimated) Volume: 700ml Features: Part of the 2025 Diageo Special Releases series. Matured in Refill American Oak casks, non-chill filtered, bottled at cask strength. Showcases the distillery's legendary waxy texture and maritime spice.

【2025 Special Release: The Elegant Transformation of the Legendary Little Cat】 For whisky connoisseurs, Clynelish's (the "little cat's") iconic "waxiness" is irreplaceable. The 2025 Special Release brings an 18-year-old version, deeper and more complex than the 14-year-old in the core range. Bottled at cask strength, this 18-year-old expression fully retains the oily richness accumulated from the stills and long maturation, making it the purest and most luxurious Clynelish style available on the market.

【Hidden Gem: The Golden Spirit of the Northern Highlands】 Clynelish is located on Scotland's northeast coast, and its whisky combines the honeyed sweetness of the inland with the mineral notes of the coast. This 18-year-old limited edition is aged in refill casks, allowing the distillery's inherent "beeswax" character to take center stage, undisturbed by overly dominant oak flavors. Each sip reveals a thick, smooth, and fragrant sensation, much like a high-quality candle.

【Tasting Notes】 This is a whisky of both texture and depth, with flavor layers like molten gold:

• Nose: Initially, a very distinct aroma of beeswax and candied lemon peel. This develops into warm nectar, dried tropical fruits, and a subtle hint of sea salt, with delicate background notes of old leather and white pepper.

• Palate: The entry is strikingly smooth and oily – the legendary "Waxy" character. Rich vanilla fudge, ripe apricots, and warm spices melt on the tongue, followed by Clynelish's unique maritime minerality.

• Finish: The finish is very long and clean. It leaves a lingering waxy aftertaste, a subtle smoky woodiness, and a mouth-watering fruity sweetness.

【Serving Suggestion】 Due to its high ABV of 57.2%, it is recommended to enjoy it neat to appreciate its rich, oily texture. Then, add a few drops of water, which will further "soften" the waxiness, releasing more hidden floral and sweet tropical fruit notes, making the overall layers silken and立体.