Name: SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996
Brand: Dalmore
Price: 154.55 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 taste like?

Accepted Answer

SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 is characterised by Sherried, Dried Fruit, Chocolate, Old Wood, Tobacco notes. Dalmore filled this cask in December 1996, which the Scotch Malt Whisky Society bottled in June 2008 at a robust 62.5% ABV. This Highland single malt represents nearly 12 years of uncompromising cask strength maturation.

Question 2

Is SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 sweet?

Accepted Answer

SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 has some sweetness (60/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 is a challenging dram with and high ABV (62.5%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 worth the money?

Accepted Answer

SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 costs £154.55 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. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 62.5% ABV, SMWS No. 13.42 11 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 SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996?

Accepted Answer

SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 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 SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for SMWS No. 13.42 11 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 SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996?

Accepted Answer

Serve SMWS No. 13.42 11 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 SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 similar to George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 and George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) share a similar flavour profile (Dried Fruit, Chocolate) and are in a similar price range. George T. Stagg Bourbon (2015 Release) costs £141.95 vs £154.55 for SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996.

Question 11

Is SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 similar to Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 and Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Dried Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) costs £99 vs £154.55 for SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996.

Question 12

How does SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 compare to Famous Grouse Highland Decanter?

Accepted Answer

SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 and Famous Grouse Highland Decanter are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. SMWS No. 13.42 11 Year Old 1996 is sweet and approachable, while Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is known for Malt Extract, Vanilla, Honey notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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