Name: North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.)
Brand: North British
Price: 100.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) taste like?

Accepted Answer

North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) is characterised by Oily, Smokey, Leathery, Medicinal notes. North British 1988 grain from the Lowland distillery, aged 30 years in refill wood before Thompson Bros. bottled it in 2022 at 51.7% ABV. A rare opportunity to experience an old single grain Scotch with the subtlety and complexity that decades in cask can develop.

Question 2

Is North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 70/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) sweet?

Accepted Answer

North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) is not particularly sweet (0/100). It leans dry and savoury.

Question 4

Is North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke and high ABV (51.7%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) costs £100 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 51.7% ABV, North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) 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 North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.)?

Accepted Answer

North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) 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 North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) — 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 North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.)?

Accepted Answer

Serve North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) 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 North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) similar to Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) and Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) share a similar flavour profile (Smokey, Leathery, Medicinal) and are in a similar price range. Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) costs £66.95 vs £100 for North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.).

Question 11

Is North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) similar to Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish?

Accepted Answer

Yes — North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) and Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish share a similar flavour profile (Smokey) and are in a similar price range. Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish costs £82.95 vs £100 for North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.).

Question 12

How does North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) compare to Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)?

Accepted Answer

North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) and Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Thompson Bros.) is bold and smoky, while Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is known for Fresh Fruit, Citric, Vanilla notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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