Name: SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old
Brand: Rosebank
Price: 700.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old taste like?

Accepted Answer

SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old is characterised by Fragant, Solvent, Fresh Fruit notes. A rare glimpse of the now-closed Rosebank distillery through this 17-year-old Scotch Malt Whisky Society bottling (No. 25.49), released in just 226 bottles at cask strength. The SMWS's descriptor of 'Laundry and Fizzy Chews' hints at the Lowland distillery's characteristic light, perfumed character with bright citrus notes.

Question 2

Is SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old sweet?

Accepted Answer

SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old is not particularly sweet (30/100). It leans dry and savoury.

Question 4

Is SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old worth the money?

Accepted Answer

SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old costs £700 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. 25.49 17 Year Old neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 56.1% ABV, SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old 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. 25.49 17 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old pairs well with fresh fruit tart, sushi, smoked trout, and mild goat's cheese. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old — 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 SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Serve SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old 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. 25.49 17 Year Old similar to Miyagikyo 15 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old and Miyagikyo 15 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Fresh Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Miyagikyo 15 Year Old costs £699 vs £700 for SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old.

Question 11

Is SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old similar to Talisker 30 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old and Talisker 30 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Fresh Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Talisker 30 Year Old costs £829.95 vs £700 for SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old.

Question 12

How does SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old compare to Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old and Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. SMWS No. 25.49 17 Year Old is complex and layered, while Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is known for Smokey, Old Wood, Leathery notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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