Name: Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi)
Brand: Glen Grant
Price: 182.57 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) is characterised by Honey, Vanilla, Old Wood, Sherried notes. Glen Grant's 1988 vintage aged for 29 years in a single cask and bottled at cask strength by Adelphi, with only 465 bottles released. A long-matured Speyside expression that represents the distillery's refined house style over three decades.

Question 2

Is Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) is noticeably sweet (78/100), with flavours like Honey, Vanilla.

Question 4

Is Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) costs £182.57 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 52.2% ABV, Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Try it neat first, then add water gradually.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi)?

Accepted Answer

Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The sweet, honeyed character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) similar to George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) and George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Vanilla) and are in a similar price range. George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) costs £160 vs £182.57 for Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi).

Question 11

Is Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) similar to George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) and George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla) and are in a similar price range. George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) costs £141.95 vs £182.57 for Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi).

Question 12

How does Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) compare to Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)?

Accepted Answer

Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) and Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9174) (Adelphi) is sweet and approachable, while Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is known for Smokey, Medicinal, Oily notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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