Name: The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013)
Brand: Dufftown
Price: 277.92 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) taste like?

Accepted Answer

The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) is characterised by Vegetative, Malt Extract, Hay-like, Toasted notes. Dufftown's 1985 release aged 28 years in American oak cask, bottled at natural cask strength for Diageo's Special Releases. This herbaceous, oily Highland expression breaks from the Johnnie Walker blend tradition to reveal the distillery's character undiluted.

Question 2

Is The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) sweet?

Accepted Answer

The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) has some sweetness (40/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) is a challenging dram with and high ABV (52.3%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) costs £277.92 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 52.3% ABV, The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) 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 The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013)?

Accepted Answer

The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) 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 The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) — 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 The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013)?

Accepted Answer

Serve The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) 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 The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) similar to Jameson 4.5L?

Accepted Answer

Yes — The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) and Jameson 4.5L share a similar flavour profile (Malt Extract, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Jameson 4.5L costs £169.5 vs £277.92 for The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013).

Question 11

Is The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) similar to Royal Brackla 21 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) and Royal Brackla 21 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Royal Brackla 21 Year Old costs £219.99 vs £277.92 for The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013).

Question 12

How does The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) compare to Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)?

Accepted Answer

The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) and Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. The Singleton of Dufftown 28 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2013) is complex and layered, while Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is known for Smokey, Kippery, Medicinal notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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