Name: Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Brand: Thompson Bros.
Price: 165.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) is characterised by Old Wood, Dried Fruit, Tobacco, Toasted notes. Thompson Bros.' 1996 distillate rested 24 years in a refill hogshead, blended with a teaspoon of whisky from another unnamed distillery—a playful nod to Scottish whisky geography. This mysterious release of 193 bottles represents a rare window into Scotland's independent bottling tradition.

Question 2

Is Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) has some sweetness (40/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) is a challenging dram with and high ABV (50.9%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) costs £165 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 50.9% ABV, Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (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 Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)?

Accepted Answer

Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) 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 Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) — 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 Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (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 Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) similar to The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) and The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) share a similar flavour profile (Dried Fruit, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) costs £210 vs £165 for Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.).

Question 11

Is Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) similar to Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) and Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s share a similar flavour profile (Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s costs £99.95 vs £165 for Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.).

Question 12

How does Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) compare to Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail?

Accepted Answer

Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) and Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) is complex and layered, while Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is known for Smokey, Medicinal, Kippery notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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