Name: Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Brand: Ben Nevis
Price: 61.95 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is characterised by Vanilla, New Wood, Toasted, Honey, Malt Extract notes. Ben Nevis' 2011 distillate finished nine years of maturation with virgin oak cask conditioning before bottling by Alistair Walker in 2021. The virgin wood adds vanilla and spice to this Highland single malt, yielding only 232 bottles.

Question 2

Is Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) has some sweetness (64/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) costs £61.95 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 59.5% ABV, Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)?

Accepted Answer

Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) — 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 Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) similar to Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) and Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Toasted, 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 £61.95 for Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker).

Question 11

Is Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) similar to Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) and Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Honey) and are in a similar price range. Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky costs £46.95 vs £61.95 for Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker).

Question 12

How does Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) compare to The Antiquary 21 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) and The Antiquary 21 Year Old are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2349) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is sweet and approachable, while The Antiquary 21 Year Old is known for Old Wood, Sherried, Dried Fruit notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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