Name: North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Brand: North British
Price: 177.31 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)

Question 1

What does North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) taste like?

Accepted Answer

North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is characterised by Malt Extract, Vanilla, Honey, Toasted, Sandy notes. North British's 35-year-old grain whisky, distilled in August 1978 and bottled in 2014 at 53.7% ABV, demonstrates the graceful aging potential of single grain Scotch often overlooked by malt drinkers. Three and a half decades allow the spirit to develop surprising complexity—waxy orchard fruits, honey, and subtle spice emerge where raw grain once dominated. Limited to 170 bottles, this is for adventurous collectors exploring grain whisky's upper age limits.

Question 2

Is North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) sweet?

Accepted Answer

North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) has some sweetness (64/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - 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 North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) costs £177.31 and is rated 5.0/5 by the community (1 ratings). The quality justifies the price for enthusiasts.

Question 6

Should I drink North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 53.7% ABV, North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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 North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)?

Accepted Answer

North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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 North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - 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 North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)?

Accepted Answer

Serve North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - 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

What is the community rating for North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)?

Accepted Answer

North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is rated 5.0/5 on Neatly based on 1 community ratings. This puts it among the highest-rated whiskies in its category.

Question 11

Is North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) similar to Jameson 4.5L?

Accepted Answer

Yes — North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) and Jameson 4.5L share a similar flavour profile (Malt Extract, Vanilla, Honey) and are in a similar price range. Jameson 4.5L costs £169.5 vs £177.31 for North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor).

Question 12

Is North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) similar to Royal Brackla 21 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) and Royal Brackla 21 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Royal Brackla 21 Year Old costs £219.99 vs £177.31 for North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor).

Question 13

How does North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) compare to Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail?

Accepted Answer

North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) and Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is sweet and approachable, while Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is known for Smokey, Medicinal, Kippery notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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