{"product_id":"clynelish-8-year-old-batch-2-thompson-bros","title":"Clynelish 8 Year Old Batch 2 | Thompson Bros","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eClynelish 8 Year Old Batch 2 – Thompson Bros Single Malt Scotch Whisky\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the distinctive waxy character of \u003cstrong\u003eClynelish Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e with this outstanding \u003cstrong\u003e8 Year Old Batch 2\u003c\/strong\u003e, independently bottled by \u003cstrong\u003eThompson Bros\u003c\/strong\u003e of Dornoch in the Scottish Highlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMatured for eight years in \u003cstrong\u003erefill hogshead casks\u003c\/strong\u003e and bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e48% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Highland single malt showcases the bright citrus, tropical fruit and signature waxy texture that have made Clynelish a favourite among whisky enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePresented at \u003cstrong\u003enatural colour and without chill filtration\u003c\/strong\u003e, this carefully selected bottling allows the distillery's distinctive character to shine, combining fresh citrus, caramelised barley, ripe pineapple and honeyed sweetness with a long, creamy finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eClynelish 8 Year Old Batch 2 Tasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vibrant lemon zest, grapefruit peel and fresh lime juice lead into sweet Italian marzipan biscuits and caramelised barley. Ripe pineapple, Galia melon and the distinctive waxy character of Clynelish complete the aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e A wonderfully mouth-coating combination of citrus, grapefruit peel and sweet pineapple juice, complemented by a subtle coastal character and green olive notes. Lemon meringue pie, rich crème anglaise, beeswax and honey add depth and texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, buttery and creamy, with lingering citrus oils, soft honey, waxy richness and a final touch of caramelised barley.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRefill Hogshead Matured Clynelish Whisky\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Thompson Bros release has been matured in refill hogshead casks, allowing the natural character of Clynelish's Highland spirit to remain at the forefront.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRather than overpowering the whisky with heavy oak influence, the refill casks complement its distinctive waxy texture, bright citrus notes and fresh fruit character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a beautifully expressive Highland single malt that offers an excellent introduction to independently bottled Clynelish whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Clynelish Distillery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLocated near Brora in Sutherland, \u003cstrong\u003eClynelish Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of Scotland's most highly regarded Highland single malt producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe modern Clynelish distillery opened in 1967, replacing the original distillery established in 1819, which subsequently became known as Brora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClynelish is particularly celebrated for its distinctive waxy, oily spirit character, often accompanied by citrus fruits, honey, subtle coastal minerality and gentle malt sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese characteristics make Clynelish especially popular among independent bottlers and whisky enthusiasts seeking spirit-led Highland single malts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Thompson Bros Independent Bottlers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThompson Bros\u003c\/strong\u003e is an independent Scotch whisky bottling company founded by brothers Phil and Simon Thompson, who are also behind Dornoch Distillery in the Scottish Highlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKnown for their thoughtful cask selection and distinctive bottle artwork, Thompson Bros have established a strong following among whisky enthusiasts for releasing characterful, independently bottled Scotch whiskies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Clynelish 8 Year Old Batch 2 reflects their approach to whisky selection, prioritising distillery character, balance and drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhisky Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clynelish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndependent Bottler:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thompson Bros\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease:\u003c\/strong\u003e Batch 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highlands, Scotland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 Years Old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refill Hogsheads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70cl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill Filtration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-Chill Filtered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural, No Added Colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhisky Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Malt Scotch Whisky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e KMG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy Clynelish Whisky Online at The Strong Water Co.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the \u003cstrong\u003eClynelish 8 Year Old Batch 2 Thompson Bros\u003c\/strong\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003eThe Strong Water Co.\u003c\/strong\u003e, your independent wine and whisky merchant in Royal Deeside, Aberdeenshire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVisit our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/banchory-whisky-shop\" title=\"Banchory Whisky Shop\"\u003eBanchory Whisky Shop\u003c\/a\u003e at 78 High Street, Banchory, where we specialise in Highland single malts, independent whisky bottlings and limited-edition Scotch whiskies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlternatively, explore our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/ballater-whisky-shop\" title=\"Ballater Whisky Shop\"\u003eBallater Whisky Shop\u003c\/a\u003e at 2 Bridge Street, Ballater, near Balmoral Castle. 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