Name: Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996
Brand: Old Perth
Price: 65.45 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 taste like?

Accepted Answer

Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 is characterised by Sherried, Dried Fruit, Nutty, Old Wood, Toasted notes. A rare 21-year-old blended malt from a single cask, Old Perth offers depth and complexity accumulated over two decades, with only 335 bottles produced from Morrison & MacKay's archive.

Question 2

Is Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 sweet?

Accepted Answer

Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 has some sweetness (43/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 is a challenging dram with and high ABV (55.1%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 costs £65.45 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 55.1% ABV, Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 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 Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996?

Accepted Answer

Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 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 Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 — 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 Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996?

Accepted Answer

Serve Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 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 Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 similar to Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 and Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Dried Fruit, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) costs £65.84 vs £65.45 for Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996.

Question 11

Is Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 similar to TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 and TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Nutty) and are in a similar price range. TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) costs £42.95 vs £65.45 for Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996.

Question 12

How does Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 compare to Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 and Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 is complex and layered, while Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is known for Fresh Fruit, Smokey, Honey notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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