Name: Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask
Brand: Ardmore
Price: 78.95 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask taste like?

Accepted Answer

Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask is characterised by Smokey, Leathery, Toasted, Chocolate, Cooked Vegetable notes. This cask-strength Highland single malt from Ardmore was distilled and bottled on the same calendar date nine years apart—June 4th, 2009 to 2018—yielding just 217 bottles from a single cask.

Question 2

Is Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 80/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask sweet?

Accepted Answer

Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask has some sweetness (50/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke and high ABV (58.5%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask costs £78.95 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 58.5% ABV, Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - 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 Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask?

Accepted Answer

Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask 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 Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask — 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 Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask?

Accepted Answer

Serve Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - 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 Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask similar to Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask and Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) share a similar flavour profile (Toasted) 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 £78.95 for Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask.

Question 11

Is Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask similar to Famous Grouse Highland Decanter?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask and Famous Grouse Highland Decanter share a similar flavour profile (Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Famous Grouse Highland Decanter costs £99.99 vs £78.95 for Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask.

Question 12

How does Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask compare to The Antiquary 21 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask and The Antiquary 21 Year Old are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Ardmore 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 1312) - The Single Cask is bold and smoky, 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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