Name: Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask)
Brand: Glenlossie
Price: 97.86 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask) is characterised by Sherried, Cooked Fruit, Vanilla, Honey notes. Glenlossie distilled in December 2008 and aged 13 years in a first-fill ex-Pedro Ximénez octave cask, which intensifies wood interaction. Bottled by The Single Cask in February 2022 with just 64 bottles released in the Family Series.

Question 2

Is Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask) is noticeably sweet (71/100), with flavours like Cooked Fruit, Vanilla, Honey.

Question 4

Is Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask) costs £97.86 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 55.3% ABV, Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (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 Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask)?

Accepted Answer

Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask) 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 Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask) — 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 Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (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 Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask) similar to Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask) and Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Honey) and are in a similar price range. Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) costs £133.99 vs £97.86 for Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask).

Question 11

Is Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask) similar to Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask) and Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Vanilla, Honey) 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 £97.86 for Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask).

Question 12

How does Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask) compare to Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask) and Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 12477) - Family Series (The Single Cask) is sweet and approachable, while Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is known for Smokey, Medicinal, Dried Fruit notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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