Name: Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009)
Brand: Pittyvaich
Price: 499.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) is characterised by Malt Extract, Honey, Vanilla, Toasted, Dried Fruit, Old Wood notes. Pittyvaich's 1989 distillate was bottled at cask strength as a 20-year-old in Diageo's 2009 Special Releases, one of 6,000 bottles from this now-closed Speyside distillery. This is a snapshot of a whisky-making tradition that ended in 2002, making it increasingly rare and historically significant.

Question 2

Is Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) has some sweetness (61/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) costs £499 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 57.5% ABV, Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) 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 Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009)?

Accepted Answer

Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) 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 Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) — 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 Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) 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 Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) similar to Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) and Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) share a similar flavour profile (Malt Extract, Vanilla, Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) costs £379.13 vs £499 for Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009).

Question 11

Is Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) similar to Glenglassaugh 30 Year Old 44.8%?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) and Glenglassaugh 30 Year Old 44.8% share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Toasted, Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Glenglassaugh 30 Year Old 44.8% costs £399.95 vs £499 for Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009).

Question 12

How does Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) compare to Springbank 10 Year Old 2007 - Local Barley?

Accepted Answer

Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) and Springbank 10 Year Old 2007 - Local Barley are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) is sweet and approachable, while Springbank 10 Year Old 2007 - Local Barley is known for Smokey, Medicinal, Cooked Fruit notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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