Name: Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old
Brand: Timorous Beastie
Price: 62.50 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old taste like?

Accepted Answer

Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old is characterised by Toasted, Honey, Nutty, Malt Extract notes. Highland blended malt from Douglas Laing combining whiskies aged at least 12 years and bottled at cask strength, this Timorous Beastie expression proves bold and uncompromising. Limited to 3,000 bottles, it draws from multiple Highland distilleries for layered complexity.

Question 2

Is Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old sweet?

Accepted Answer

Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old has some sweetness (49/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old costs £62.5 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 54.4% ABV, Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old 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 Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old pairs well with honey cake, crème brûlée, mild soft cheeses, and glazed nuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old — 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 Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Serve Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old 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 Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old similar to Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old and Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) share a similar flavour profile (Toasted, Honey) 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 £62.5 for Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old.

Question 11

Is Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old similar to Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old and Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky share a similar flavour profile (Honey) and are in a similar price range. Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky costs £46.95 vs £62.5 for Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old.

Question 12

How does Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old compare to Big Peat at Christmas 2021?

Accepted Answer

Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old and Big Peat at Christmas 2021 are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Timorous Beastie 12 Year Old is complex and layered, while Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is known for Smokey, Medicinal, Coal-gas notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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