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Review 040

Wemyss Malts Clynelish 1997 2020 22 Years Old 49,8%

Clynelish
90
Client-supplied Wemyss Tropical Scented Candle Clynelish 1997/2020, 22-year-old, 49.8% bottle; hidden bottling year corroborated by the exact critic edition.

Whisky facts

Region
Highland
Independent Bottler
Wemyss Malts
Age
22 years
ABV
49.8%
Vintage
1997
Bottled
2020
Bottles in release
236

A very enjoyable & affordable 1990s Clynelish (~300£)

Nose

Warm and fruity nose, vanilla, honeydew, melons

Body

Vanilla, honey, caramel, burnt sugars, tropical fruits, slightly waxy with a hint of salty sea smoke towards the end

Finish

Very sweet and fruity, spicy finish

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