Name: Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)
Brand: Girvan
Price: 120.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) is characterised by Sherried, Cooked Fruit, Vanilla, Toasted, Old Wood notes. Girvan's 13-year-old grain whisky, distilled in 2009 and bottled by WM Cadenhead in 2022, matured entirely in an oloroso sherry cask at a robust 58.8% ABV. Only 288 bottles were released from this independent bottling of Scotland's Lowland grain producer.

Question 2

Is Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) has some sweetness (58/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) costs £120 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 58.8% ABV, Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) 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 Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)?

Accepted Answer

Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) 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 Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) — 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 Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) 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 Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) similar to Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) and Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla) and are in a similar price range. Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) costs £112.5 vs £120 for Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead).

Question 11

Is Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) similar to Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) and Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s costs £96 vs £120 for Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead).

Question 12

How does Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) compare to Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s?

Accepted Answer

Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) and Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Girvan 13 Years Old 2009 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) is complex and layered, while Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s is known for Honey, Malt Extract, Fresh Fruit notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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