Hidden in the rugged northern Highlands, the Clynelish distillery has always had a quiet mystique. Remote, windswept, and coastal, it produces whisky that carries the untamed spirit of its surroundings. The Clynelish Select Reserve 2015 Release – 2nd Edition is a rare and powerful expression of that wild elegance. Bottled at natural cask strength and crafted from carefully selected mature casks, it captures the distillery's signature waxy style in its purest form, bold, rich, and completely unforgettable.

Clynelish Select Reserve 2015 Release – 2nd Edition 70cl
Brand: Clynelish | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 56.1% | Origin: Highlands, Scotland | Vol: 700ml

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Like walking through a coastal forest after rain, honeycomb and beeswax mingle with soft peat smoke, ripe orchard fruit, and wild herbs. There’s also a salty breeze and a whiff of aged leather.
Palate: Creamy and full-bodied, with that trademark Clynelish waxiness leading the way. Notes of orange marmalade, vanilla fudge, and ginger spice unfold, balanced by subtle maritime salt and light smoke. Bold but beautifully textured.
Finish: Long and warming, with layers of oak spice, dried apricot, and a touch of brine that lingers like sea mist over stone.

Production Details:
This limited edition was crafted from a selection of the distillery’s finest casks, including American oak and European oak refill barrels, selected by Clynelish’s blending team to emphasize the waxy, coastal house style. Bottled at natural cask strength (56.1%) and non-chill filtered, it’s an unfiltered view into what makes Clynelish revered by blenders and connoisseurs alike. Only a few thousand bottles were released, making it a genuine collector’s item.

Perfect For:
This dram isn’t for background sipping, it’s for full attention. Best enjoyed during a special occasion, or shared with someone who appreciates the complexity and rarity of Highland single malts. Picture a chilly evening, a fire crackling, and a glass of this bold elixir in hand.

Expert Notes:
Clynelish has long been admired for its role in Johnnie Walker’s top-tier blends, but this Select Reserve showcases what it can do on its own. Whisky writers and critics praised this 2nd Edition for its richness, waxy texture, and layered complexity. It’s an excellent example of how cask strength can be powerful yet poised.

Customer Reviews:
“An absolute beast of a whisky, but in the best way, waxy, spicy, coastal. Clynelish at its finest.”
“I bought it for a special occasion… and now I’m finding excuses to open it again. Stunning stuff.”
“One of the few bottles where every sip feels like a journey. Powerful, elegant, unforgettable.”

Interesting Fact:
That distinctive waxy texture Clynelish is known for? It’s thanks in part to a deliberately under-cleaned section of the production process, a quirk the distillery maintains to preserve its unique mouthfeel. It’s one of the only Scotch whiskies that’s prized specifically for this trait.

Serving Suggestions:
Try it neat first to feel the full power and weight. Then add a few drops of water to unlock citrus, floral, and sweet oak notes. Let it sit in the glass a bit, this whisky rewards patience with evolving aromas and textures.

Distillery Background:
Founded in 1819, Clynelish stands just a stone’s throw from the North Sea, near the village of Brora. While often overshadowed by its now-legendary neighbor (the closed Brora distillery), Clynelish has quietly built a cult following of its own. Known for its unique waxy profile and maritime charm, it remains a favorite among master blenders and serious malt fans. The Select Reserve is a rare chance to taste Clynelish at full strength, untamed and true to its coastal Highland roots.