Name: Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Brand: Benrinnes
Price: 117.35 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)

Question 1

What does Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is characterised by Malt Extract, Honey, Toasted, Vanilla, Dried Fruit notes. This independent bottling from Montgomerie's captures Benrinnes at 24 years of age, distilled in 1988 and aged in a single cask to bottling in 2013. The extended maturation delivers concentrated sherried fruit, rich vanilla oak, and the distillery's characteristic spiced, slightly herbaceous backbone. A well-aged, cask-strength expression that demands respect and rewards patience with depth and complexity. For collectors seeking mature Speyside character with individuality and weight.

Question 2

Is Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) has some sweetness (61/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is approachable and a great starting point. Its Malt Extract, Honey, Toasted character makes it accessible at 46% ABV.

Question 5

Is Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) costs £117.35 and is rated 5.0/5 by the community (3 ratings). The quality justifies the price for enthusiasts.

Question 6

Should I drink Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is enjoyable neat at 46% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The sweet, honeyed character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) — 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 Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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

What is the community rating for Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated 5.0/5 on Neatly based on 3 community ratings. This puts it among the highest-rated whiskies in its category.

Question 11

Is Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) similar to Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) and Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish share a similar flavour profile (Dried Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish costs £71.95 vs £117.35 for Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's).

Question 12

Is Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) similar to Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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 £117.35 for Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's).

Question 13

How does Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) compare to Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) and Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is sweet and approachable, while Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is known for Smokey, Leathery, Medicinal notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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