Name: Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)
Brand: Dalmore
Price: 184.63 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) is characterised by Sherried, Honey, Vanilla, Old Wood, Toasted notes. An uncommon single cask Dalmore, distilled in September 1989 and bottled at cask strength in March 2014 from Mackillop's Choice. 282 bottles of Highland spirit aged 24 years in oak.

Question 2

Is Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) is noticeably sweet (66/100), with flavours like Honey, Vanilla.

Question 4

Is Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) costs £184.63 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 51.2% ABV, Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) 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 Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)?

Accepted Answer

Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) 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 Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) — 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 Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) 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 Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) similar to The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) and The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Honey, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) costs £210 vs £184.63 for Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014).

Question 11

Is Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) similar to Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) and Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Vanilla, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s costs £150 vs £184.63 for Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014).

Question 12

How does Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) compare to Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)?

Accepted Answer

Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) and Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) is sweet and approachable, while Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is known for Smokey, Medicinal, Oily notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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