Name: SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980
Brand: Glenlochy
Price: 450.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 taste like?

Accepted Answer

SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 is characterised by Old Wood, Leathery, Dried Fruit, Mossy, Nutty notes. A rare glimpse into closed-distillery history: this 24-year-old single malt from Glenlochy was distilled in 1980, three years before the Highland producer shut down permanently, and bottled in 2005. The extended maturation offers a window into 1980s Highland character now impossible to replicate.

Question 2

Is SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 sweet?

Accepted Answer

SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 has some sweetness (40/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 is a challenging dram with and high ABV (60.4%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 worth the money?

Accepted Answer

SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 costs £450 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 60.4% ABV, SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 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 SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980?

Accepted Answer

SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 — 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 SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980?

Accepted Answer

Serve SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 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 SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 similar to Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish?

Accepted Answer

Yes — SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 and Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish share a similar flavour profile (Old Wood, Leathery) and are in a similar price range. Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish costs £291.95 vs £450 for SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980.

Question 11

Is SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 similar to Bowmore 25 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 and Bowmore 25 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Old Wood, Dried Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Bowmore 25 Year Old costs £402.5 vs £450 for SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980.

Question 12

How does SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 compare to Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts?

Accepted Answer

SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 and Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. SMWS No. 62.12 24 Year Old 1980 is complex and layered, while Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is known for Hay-like, Leafy, Malt Extract notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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