Clynelish Vintage Collection - Dumpy 1971 28 Years Single Malt Whisky

Abbie Stewart

May 4, 2026, 09:11:12

Right, had a dram of this one last night – quite interesting, really. Colour's a nice deep amber, like old honey 🍯. On the nose, I'm getting baked apples straight away, with a bit of cinnamon and maybe... some vanilla? There's a whisper of peat smoke in the background, but it's not overpowering. First sip is smoother than I expected. The taste gives me more of that baked fruit, some butterscotch too, and a lovely warmth that spreads nicely. A bit of oak comes through towards the end. The finish is medium-long, with a lingering sweetness and just a hint of that smokiness coming back. Quite morish, if I'm honest. Could see myself enjoying this by the fire on a chilly evening. 🥃 Overall, a rather pleasant and well-balanced experience. Cheers

Rebecca Morris

May 3, 2026, 00:11:02

Ooh, that's got a lovely warmth to it, a bit of coastal brine and gentle honey on the nose. 🥃 Quite surprising! The taste is all baking spice and roasted nuts, with a finish of dark chocolate and dried fruits. Really moreish. 😋

Molly Baker

Apr 30, 2026, 20:22:26

Blimey, this whisky's proper smashing! 😋 First whiff is all smoky, like a campfire on a misty moor. 🔥 Then you get this fruity sweetness, kinda like apples and a bit of spice. 🍎🌶️ It's smooth as anything, with hints of vanilla and caramel. Right warming for a chilly evening. ☕ A bit strong, maybe, but lovely for sipping. Cheers! 🥃

Amy Marshall

Apr 27, 2026, 08:12:57

Right then, just poured a dram of this. 🥃 Nose is proper sweet, hints of honey and vanila 🍯. First sip... smooth, realy smooth. Got that oak spice warming the chest 🔥. Finish lingers nicely, bit fruity maybe pear? 🍐 Proper nice for a quiet evening. No fuss, just enjoyment. Cheers mates! 🍻