Clynelish 14 Year

Clynelish's signature is supposed to be a slightly waxy texture and, perhaps because of the power of suggestion, I did notice that while drinking it. I'm not sure if that's a product of the distillery's stills or whether it's just a function of its aging — having spent 14 years in the barrel, this whisky should have a respectable tannin base that may produce that teethcoating, drying effect. On the nose, this is a very floral scotch, which brings to mind images of wildflowers blooming in the glens of the Scottish highlands. The palate is a mix of honey, some melon, and floral overtones. I've seen Clynelish described as a lightly peated malt but, to be honest, I didn't get that at all. The finish is drying, like a white wine, and that waxy characteristic remains.

subtle alcohol on the nose. sweet toffy. Very smooth taste. finished with little burn. Bitter burnt grass, vanilla and oak. very pleasant and we'll balanced. nothing particularly special though. 14$