Name: Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Brand: Aberlour
Price: 151.61 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is characterised by Vanilla, Honey, Malt Extract, Old Wood notes. Aberlour's non-sherried character shines in this 21-year-old, distilled February 1996 and aged in a single ex-bourbon cask before independent bottling by Montgomerie's in 2017. Expect the distillery's signature honeyed Speyside profile without the influence of sherry wood.

Question 2

Is Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is noticeably sweet (75/100), with flavours like Vanilla, Honey.

Question 4

Is Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is approachable and a great starting point. Its Vanilla, Honey, Malt Extract character makes it accessible at 46% ABV.

Question 5

Is Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) costs £151.61 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - 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 Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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 Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - 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 Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - 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

Is Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) similar to Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) and Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Honey, Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) costs £99.95 vs £151.61 for Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's).

Question 11

Is Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) similar to North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) and North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Honey, Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) costs £103.47 vs £151.61 for Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's).

Question 12

How does Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) compare to Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail?

Accepted Answer

Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) and Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Aberlour 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 900053) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is sweet and approachable, while Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is known for Smokey, Medicinal, Kippery notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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