Name: SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999)
Brand: Brora
Price: 995.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) taste like?

Accepted Answer

SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) is characterised by Smokey, Medicinal, Kippery, Leathery notes. Brora's 1981 distillate, one of the final years before the Highland distillery closed, bottled by the Scotch Malt Whisky Society at 18 years and 58.3% ABV in 1999. A rare example of Brora's peated Highland style from the distillery's twilight era.

Question 2

Is SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 70/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) sweet?

Accepted Answer

SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) is not particularly sweet (0/100). It leans dry and savoury.

Question 4

Is SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke and high ABV (58.3%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) costs £995 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 58.3% ABV, SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) 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 SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999)?

Accepted Answer

SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) 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 SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) — 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 SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999)?

Accepted Answer

Serve SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) 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 SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) similar to Ardbeg 21 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) and Ardbeg 21 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Smokey, Medicinal, Kippery) and are in a similar price range. Ardbeg 21 Year Old costs £599 vs £995 for SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999).

Question 11

Is SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) similar to Talisker 30 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) and Talisker 30 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Smokey, Leathery) and are in a similar price range. Talisker 30 Year Old costs £829.95 vs £995 for SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999).

Question 12

How does SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) compare to Glenfarclas 40 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) and Glenfarclas 40 Year Old are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. SMWS No. 61.10 18 Year Old 1981 (Bottled 1999) is bold and smoky, while Glenfarclas 40 Year Old is known for Sherried, Old Wood, Honey notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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