Question 1

What does Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is characterised by Cooked Fruit, Tobacco, Vegetative, Toasted notes. Belgrove's 2016 Tasmanian rye, matured in pinot noir red wine cask and bottled by Berry Bros. & Rudd, comes from a farm distillery powered by bio-diesel stills and a commitment to sustainability.

Question 2

Is Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) has some sweetness (40/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is a challenging dram with and high ABV (61.1%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) costs £121.88 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 61.1% ABV, Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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 Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd)?

Accepted Answer

Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) pairs well with dark chocolate, mature cheddar, smoked nuts, and charcuterie. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) — 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 Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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 Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) similar to Balcones True Blue Cask Strength?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) and Balcones True Blue Cask Strength share a similar flavour profile (Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Balcones True Blue Cask Strength costs £101.95 vs £121.88 for Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd).

Question 11

Is Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) similar to Seaweed & Aeons & Digging & Fire & Cask Strength 18 Year Old (Batch 03)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) and Seaweed & Aeons & Digging & Fire & Cask Strength 18 Year Old (Batch 03) share a similar flavour profile (Cooked Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Seaweed & Aeons & Digging & Fire & Cask Strength 18 Year Old (Batch 03) costs £99.95 vs £121.88 for Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd).

Question 12

How does Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) compare to Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)?

Accepted Answer

Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) and Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Belgrove 2016 (bottled 2023) (cask 170216) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is complex and layered, 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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