Name: Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask
Brand: Daftmill
Price: 599.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask taste like?

Accepted Answer

Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask is characterised by Sherried, Dried Fruit, Chocolate, Old Wood notes. Daftmill's seasonal farm distillery produced this exceptional single-cask release from a first-fill ex-oloroso butt, bottled in 2021 after 12 years of maturation. The barley—Optic variety, harvested in August 2006 and malted the following summer—was distilled and filled in summer 2009, capturing a specific terroir and vintage. With the distillery filling fewer than 100 casks annually and far fewer sherry casks, this release of just 700 bottles represents rare craftsmanship. A collector's piece showcasing farm distillery precision and sherry influence.

Question 2

Is Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask sweet?

Accepted Answer

Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask has some sweetness (60/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask is a challenging dram with and high ABV (60.4%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask costs £599 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 60.4% ABV, Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask 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 Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask?

Accepted Answer

Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask 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 Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask — 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 Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask?

Accepted Answer

Serve Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask 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 Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask similar to Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask and Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) share a similar flavour profile (Sherried) and are in a similar price range. Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) costs £399 vs £599 for Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask.

Question 11

Is Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask similar to Tomintoul 25 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask and Tomintoul 25 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Tomintoul 25 Year Old costs £364.95 vs £599 for Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask.

Question 12

How does Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask compare to Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask and Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Daftmill 2009 (cask 046/2009) - Single Cask is sweet and approachable, while Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is known for Smokey, Oily, Medicinal notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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