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Originally founded 1819, the Clynelish distillery is located on the far NE coast of Scotland. It was re-named Brora in 1969. The Clynelish name was adopted the new distillery built 1967 – this went on to replace Brora as the village distillery when it closed 1983. Clynelish is regarded as one of the most powerful Highland malts. The whisky style has a rich, salty earthiness – more akin to the Islands. Although close proximity to the sea is often used to explain– this argument is weakened as there are other distilleries close to the sea having little, if any coastal influences, ie Glenmorangie. Perhaps that Clynelish is an exact replica of the Caol Ila distillery on Islay has some substance to it. Held in high regard by blenders, Clynelish is the dominant malt of Johnnie Walker Gold Label. Any hint of peat originates in the Spring water from the Clynemilton burn, as the malted barley used is unpeated. The Clynelish style is a fruity, slightly smoky Single Malt.