Name: Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.)
Brand: Thompson Bros.
Price: 228.95 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) is characterised by Old Wood, Honey, Vanilla, Sherried, Nutty notes. Thompson Bros.' Side Burn is a 35-year-old Speyside blended malt from 1989, bottled at 51% ABV in 2025 after spending over three decades in oak. This extended maturation period creates a refined, well-integrated dram with considerable depth and complexity.

Question 2

Is Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) is noticeably sweet (66/100), with flavours like Honey, Vanilla.

Question 4

Is Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) costs £228.95 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 51% ABV, Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) 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 Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.)?

Accepted Answer

Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) 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 Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) — 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 Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) 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 Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) similar to Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) and Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask share a similar flavour profile (Sherried) and are in a similar price range. Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask costs £175.95 vs £228.95 for Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.).

Question 11

Is Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) similar to Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) and Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) share a similar flavour profile (Old Wood, Honey, Sherried) and are in a similar price range. Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) costs £163.35 vs £228.95 for Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.).

Question 12

How does Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) compare to Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)?

Accepted Answer

Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) and Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Side Burn Blended Malt 35 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) is sweet and approachable, while Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is known for Smokey, Kippery, Medicinal notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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