Name: Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Brand: Invergordon
Price: 199.16 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is characterised by Sherried, Vanilla, Dried Fruit, Old Wood, Honey notes. Invergordon 33 Year Old grain whisky aged from 1988 to 2021 in a single sherry cask, bottled at 46.8% ABV by Duncan Taylor's Rare Auld series. This exceptionally aged Highland grain produced only 254 bottles.

Question 2

Is Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is noticeably sweet (71/100), with flavours like Vanilla, Honey.

Question 4

Is Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) costs £199.16 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is enjoyable neat at 46.8% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)?

Accepted Answer

Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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 Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) — 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 Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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 Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) similar to Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) and Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Honey) and are in a similar price range. Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s costs £180 vs £199.16 for Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor).

Question 11

Is Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) similar to Jameson 4.5L?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) and Jameson 4.5L share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Honey) and are in a similar price range. Jameson 4.5L costs £169.5 vs £199.16 for Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor).

Question 12

How does Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) compare to Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)?

Accepted Answer

Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) and Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 528136) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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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