Name: Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Brand: Aultmore
Price: 399.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna taste like?

Accepted Answer

Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is characterised by Malt Extract, Honey, Fresh Fruit, Toasted, Vanilla notes. Aultmore's 12-year-old Speyside single malt from Diageo's Flora & Fauna series, bottled in 1991. This vintage release captures the distillery's characteristic clean, malty profile from an era before modern packaging standards.

Question 2

Is Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna sweet?

Accepted Answer

Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna has some sweetness (59/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is approachable and a great starting point. Its Malt Extract, Honey, Fresh Fruit character makes it accessible at 43% ABV.

Question 5

Is Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna costs £399 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is enjoyable neat at 43% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna?

Accepted Answer

Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna pairs well with honey cake, crème brûlée, mild soft cheeses, and glazed nuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna — 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 Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna?

Accepted Answer

Serve Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna 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 Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna similar to Kavalan Solist Amontillado Cask?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna and Kavalan Solist Amontillado Cask share a similar flavour profile (Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Kavalan Solist Amontillado Cask costs £387.43 vs £399 for Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna.

Question 11

Is Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna similar to Bruichladdich 16 Year Old - First Growth Cuvée C: Margaux (Chateau Margaux)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna and Bruichladdich 16 Year Old - First Growth Cuvée C: Margaux (Chateau Margaux) share a similar flavour profile (Toasted, Vanilla) and are in a similar price range. Bruichladdich 16 Year Old - First Growth Cuvée C: Margaux (Chateau Margaux) costs £299 vs £399 for Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna.

Question 12

How does Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna compare to Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)?

Accepted Answer

Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna and Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Aultmore 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is complex and layered, 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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