Name: Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.)
Brand: Tullibardine
Price: 188.18 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) is characterised by Malt Extract, Honey, Vanilla, Toasted, Old Wood notes. Tullibardine's 1993 distillation spent 28 years in cask before Thompson Bros. bottled just 220 examples of this Highland single malt in 2021. A rare official release from a distillery known for elegant, orchard-fruit-driven character.

Question 2

Is Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) has some sweetness (64/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) costs £188.18 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) is enjoyable neat at 48.8% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.)?

Accepted Answer

Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) pairs well with honey cake, crème brûlée, mild soft cheeses, and glazed nuts. The sweet, honeyed character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) — 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 Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (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 Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) similar to Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) and Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) costs £163.35 vs £188.18 for Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.).

Question 11

Is Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) similar to Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) and Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) share a similar flavour profile (Malt Extract, Honey) and are in a similar price range. Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) costs £250 vs £188.18 for Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.).

Question 12

How does Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) compare to Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)?

Accepted Answer

Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) and Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) is sweet and approachable, while Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is known for Smokey, Medicinal, Oily notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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