Name: North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Brand: North British
Price: 86.31 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) taste like?

Accepted Answer

North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) is characterised by Vanilla, Honey, New Wood, Toasted, Nutty notes. A 28-year-old grain whisky distilled at North British in 1988, matured in bourbon hogsheads then finished in casks previously holding Koval Rye for an unusual spiced complexity. Murray McDavid's Select Grain bottling captures the grain distillery's clean spirit with added oak depth and rye spice influence.

Question 2

Is North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) sweet?

Accepted Answer

North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) has some sweetness (59/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) is approachable and a great starting point. Its Vanilla, Honey, New Wood character makes it accessible at 46% ABV.

Question 5

Is North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) costs £86.31 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 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) 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 North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)?

Accepted Answer

North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) pairs well with honey cake, crème brûlée, mild soft cheeses, and glazed nuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) — 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 North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)?

Accepted Answer

Serve North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) 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 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) similar to Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) and Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Honey, Toasted) 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 £86.31 for North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid).

Question 11

Is North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) similar to Famous Grouse Highland Decanter?

Accepted Answer

Yes — North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) and Famous Grouse Highland Decanter share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Honey, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Famous Grouse Highland Decanter costs £99.99 vs £86.31 for North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid).

Question 12

How does North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) compare to Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) and Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. North British 28 Year Old 1988 (casks 6008969 & 6018969) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) is complex and layered, 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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