Name: Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke
Brand: Timorous Beastie
Price: 55.22 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke taste like?

Accepted Answer

Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke is characterised by Smokey, Toasted, New Wood, Oily notes. Douglas Laing's Timorous Beastie takes a bold departure with Phantom Smoke, a peated blended malt finished in heavily charred crocodile casks and bottled at 54.2% ABV with no added colour. The combination of Highland peat smoke with aggressive oak char creates a complex, spicy dram far removed from the range's typical gentle character.

Question 2

Is Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 80/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke sweet?

Accepted Answer

Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke is not particularly sweet (30/100). It leans dry and savoury.

Question 4

Is Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke and high ABV (54.2%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke costs £55.22 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 54.2% ABV, Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke 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 Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke?

Accepted Answer

Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke 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 Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke — 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 Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke?

Accepted Answer

Serve Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke 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 Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke similar to Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke and Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) share a similar flavour profile (Toasted) 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 £55.22 for Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke.

Question 11

Is Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke similar to Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke and Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky share a similar flavour profile (Smokey) and are in a similar price range. Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky costs £46.95 vs £55.22 for Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke.

Question 12

How does Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke compare to TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)?

Accepted Answer

Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke and TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke is bold and smoky, while TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is known for Sherried, Cooked Fruit, Nutty notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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