Name: Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)
Brand: Thompson Bros.
Price: 110.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) is characterised by Smokey, Dried Fruit, Leathery notes. Distilled in 2000 on Orkney, this 19-year-old single malt spent nearly two decades in a refill hogshead before Thompson Bros. bottled it at cask strength (57.1% ABV). Only 343 bottles were released from this island malt.

Question 2

Is Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 80/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) has some sweetness (50/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke and high ABV (57.1%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) costs £110 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 57.1% ABV, Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) 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 Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)?

Accepted Answer

Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) pairs well with smoked salmon, oysters, dark chocolate, aged cheddar, and chargrilled meats. The smoky, peaty character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the complex peat smoke and full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) 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 Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) similar to Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) and Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) share a similar flavour profile (Dried Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) costs £124.18 vs £110 for Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.).

Question 11

Is Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) similar to Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) and Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish share a similar flavour profile (Smokey, Dried Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish costs £82.95 vs £110 for Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.).

Question 12

How does Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) compare to Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)?

Accepted Answer

Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) and Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) is bold and smoky, while Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is known for Fresh Fruit, Citric, Vanilla notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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