Name: SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005
Brand: Highland Park
Price: 150.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 taste like?

Accepted Answer

SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 is characterised by Smokey, Sherried, Medicinal, Coal-gas, Toasted notes. Highland Park distilled in 2005 and matured for 13 years in refill hogshead, bottled by the Scotch Malt Whisky Society with the evocative name 'Coastal landscape with smoke'. Just 262 bottles of this Island single malt were produced, hinting at the interplay of heathery sweetness and subtle smoke the distillery is known for.

Question 2

Is SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 70/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 sweet?

Accepted Answer

SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 has some sweetness (45/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke and high ABV (58%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 worth the money?

Accepted Answer

SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 costs £150 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 58% ABV, SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 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 SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005?

Accepted Answer

SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 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 SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 — 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 SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005?

Accepted Answer

Serve SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 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 SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 similar to MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 and MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) share a similar flavour profile (Smokey, Sherried) and are in a similar price range. MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) costs £125 vs £150 for SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005.

Question 11

Is SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 similar to Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020?

Accepted Answer

Yes — SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 and Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 share a similar flavour profile (Smokey, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 costs £179 vs £150 for SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005.

Question 12

How does SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 compare to Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)?

Accepted Answer

SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 and Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. SMWS 4.242 13 Year Old 2005 is bold and smoky, while Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is known for Fresh Fruit, Citric, Vanilla notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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