Name: Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Brand: Dumbarton
Price: 85.95 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is characterised by Vanilla, New Wood, Toasted, Malt Extract, Honey notes. Dumbarton 22 Year Old from 1997, a rare grain whisky distilled five years before the Lowland distillery's closure in 2002. Finished in virgin oak and bottled by Alistair Walker at 55.3% ABV, limited to 202 bottles for the Infrequent Flyers series.

Question 2

Is Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) has some sweetness (64/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - 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 Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) costs £85.95 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 55.3% ABV, Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - 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 Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)?

Accepted Answer

Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - 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 Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - 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 Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - 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 Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) similar to Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - 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 £85.95 for Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker).

Question 11

Is Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) similar to Famous Grouse Highland Decanter?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) and Famous Grouse Highland Decanter share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Toasted, Malt Extract) and are in a similar price range. Famous Grouse Highland Decanter costs £99.99 vs £85.95 for Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker).

Question 12

How does Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) compare to The Antiquary 21 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) and The Antiquary 21 Year Old are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 178) - 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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