Name: Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009)
Brand: Brora
Price: 2500.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) is characterised by Smokey, Old Wood, Leathery notes. A cask-strength 30-year-old from the now-closed Brora distillery, bottled in 2009 as part of a rare release that captured the Highland distillery's powerful, muscular profile at its peak.

Question 2

Is Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 80/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) is not particularly sweet (0/100). It leans dry and savoury.

Question 4

Is Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke and high ABV (53.2%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) costs £2500 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 53.2% ABV, Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) 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 Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009)?

Accepted Answer

Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) pairs well with smoked salmon, oysters, dark chocolate, aged cheddar, and chargrilled meats. The smoky, peaty character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the complex peat smoke and full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) 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 Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) similar to Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) and Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) share a similar flavour profile (Smokey, Old Wood, Leathery) and are in a similar price range. Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) costs £1500 vs £2500 for Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009).

Question 11

Is Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) similar to Balvenie 30 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) and Balvenie 30 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Balvenie 30 Year Old costs £3192.95 vs £2500 for Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009).

Question 12

How does Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) compare to The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak?

Accepted Answer

Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) and The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Brora 30 Year Old (Special Release 2009) is bold and smoky, while The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak is known for Sherried, Vanilla, Chocolate notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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