Name: Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky
Brand: Dailuaine
Price: 600.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky taste like?

Accepted Answer

Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky is characterised by Old Wood, Dried Fruit, Sherried, Toasted, Nutty notes. This 1973 Dailuaine was aged for 30 years and bottled as single cask #14736 at 46% ABV by Direct Wines' First Cask series, capturing the Speyside distillery's mature character from three decades in wood. Extended age typically deepens the distillery's honey and spice profile while oak influence becomes more prominent. A rare release for serious collectors exploring aged Speyside single cask potential.

Question 2

Is Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky sweet?

Accepted Answer

Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky has some sweetness (43/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky costs £600 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 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky is enjoyable neat at 40% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky 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 Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky — 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 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Serve Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky 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 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky similar to William Larue Weller (2015 Release)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky and William Larue Weller (2015 Release) share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. William Larue Weller (2015 Release) costs £501.45 vs £600 for Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky.

Question 11

Is Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky similar to Hibiki 21 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky and Hibiki 21 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Dried Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Hibiki 21 Year Old costs £750 vs £600 for Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky.

Question 12

How does Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky compare to Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky and Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Dailuaine 1973 / 30 Year Old / First Cask #14736 Speyside Whisky is complex and layered, while Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is known for Smokey, Oily, Medicinal notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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