Name: Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask)
Brand: Dailuaine
Price: 87.50 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) is characterised by Honey, Toasted, Malt Extract, Vanilla, Fresh Fruit notes. Dailuaine is a Speyside distillery producing rich, full-bodied spirit, and this 12-year-old single cask from 2009 was matured in a first-fill oloroso hogshead to deepen that character. The oloroso influence brings concentrated raisin, dark chocolate, and dried spice to the distillery's naturally waxy, orchard-fruit foundation. Clean, expressive spirit without dilution or chill-filtration. A showcase of first-fill sherry cask maturation for those seeking Speyside depth.

Question 2

Is Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) has some sweetness (59/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) costs £87.5 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 55.7% ABV, Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) 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 Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask)?

Accepted Answer

Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) pairs well with honey cake, crème brûlée, mild soft cheeses, and glazed nuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) — 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 Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) 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 Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) similar to Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) and Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Toasted, Vanilla) and are in a similar price range. Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) costs £65.84 vs £87.5 for Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask).

Question 11

Is Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) similar to Famous Grouse Highland Decanter?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) and Famous Grouse Highland Decanter share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Toasted, Malt Extract) and are in a similar price range. Famous Grouse Highland Decanter costs £99.99 vs £87.5 for Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask).

Question 12

How does Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) compare to The Antiquary 21 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) and The Antiquary 21 Year Old are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 314939) - Family Series (The Single Cask) is complex and layered, while The Antiquary 21 Year Old is known for Old Wood, Sherried, Dried Fruit notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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