Name: Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Brand: Linkwood
Price: 96.95 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is characterised by Malt Extract, Honey, Vanilla, Toasted notes. Linkwood's 23-year maturation in a single bourbon cask, distilled in December 1989 and bottled by Montgomerie's in 2013, captures the Speyside distillery's delicate, floral nature with layers of honeyed cereal and oak depth.

Question 2

Is Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) has some sweetness (64/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is approachable and a great starting point. Its Malt Extract, Honey, Vanilla character makes it accessible at 46% ABV.

Question 5

Is Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) costs £96.95 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is enjoyable neat at 46% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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 Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) — 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 Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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 Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) similar to Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) and Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Vanilla) and are in a similar price range. Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) costs £133.99 vs £96.95 for Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's).

Question 11

Is Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) similar to Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) and Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Vanilla, 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 £96.95 for Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's).

Question 12

How does Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) compare to The Antiquary 21 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) and The Antiquary 21 Year Old are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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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