Name: SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988
Brand: Dalmore
Price: 300.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 taste like?

Accepted Answer

SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 is characterised by Sherried, Chocolate, Tobacco, Leathery notes. Dalmore distilled 1988 and bottled after 19 years by the Scotch Malt Whisky Society as 'Mediaeval combat dram,' hinting at its robust, complex Highland character. This single cask expression balances the distillery's signature richness with layered spice.

Question 2

Is SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 sweet?

Accepted Answer

Yes — SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 is noticeably sweet (65/100), with flavours like caramel and vanilla.

Question 4

Is SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 is a challenging dram with and high ABV (59.2%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 worth the money?

Accepted Answer

SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 costs £300 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 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 59.2% ABV, SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 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 13.43 19 Year Old 1988?

Accepted Answer

SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 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 13.43 19 Year Old 1988?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 — 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 13.43 19 Year Old 1988?

Accepted Answer

Serve SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 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 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 similar to Johnnie Walker Premier?

Accepted Answer

Yes — SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 and Johnnie Walker Premier share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Chocolate, Tobacco) and are in a similar price range. Johnnie Walker Premier costs £199 vs £300 for SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988.

Question 11

Is SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 similar to Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 and Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Chocolate, Tobacco) and are in a similar price range. Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) costs £395 vs £300 for SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988.

Question 12

How does SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 compare to Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask?

Accepted Answer

SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 and Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 is sweet and approachable, while Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask is known for Old Wood, Honey, Vanilla notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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