Name: SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988
Brand: Aultmore
Price: 250.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 taste like?

Accepted Answer

SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 is characterised by Fresh Fruit, Honey, Citric, Vanilla notes. Aultmore's 1988 vintage, aged 17 years and bottled by the Scotch Malt Whisky Society in 2005, offers a glimpse into Speyside's more delicate side. This single cask release of 280 bottles represents the distillery's lighter, more floral profile from four decades ago.

Question 2

Is SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 sweet?

Accepted Answer

Yes — SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 is noticeably sweet (72/100), with flavours like Fresh Fruit, Honey, Vanilla.

Question 4

Is SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 worth the money?

Accepted Answer

SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 costs £250 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 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 56.6% ABV, SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 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 73.15 17 Year Old 1988?

Accepted Answer

SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 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 SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 — 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 SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988?

Accepted Answer

Serve SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 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 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 similar to Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 and Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla) and are in a similar price range. Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old costs £180 vs £250 for SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988.

Question 11

Is SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 similar to Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1?

Accepted Answer

Yes — SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 and Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1 share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Vanilla) and are in a similar price range. Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1 costs £150 vs £250 for SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988.

Question 12

How does SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 compare to Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice?

Accepted Answer

SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 and Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. SMWS 73.15 17 Year Old 1988 is sweet and approachable, while Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice is known for Sherried, Chocolate, Toasted notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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