Name: Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company)
Brand: Invergordon
Price: 106.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) is characterised by Malt Extract, Honey, Vanilla, Toasted, Old Wood notes. A cask-strength grain whisky distilled at Invergordon in February 1988 and bottled by Gordon & Company at 51.7% ABV in September 2015, yielding 164 bottles. Highland grain whiskies offer lighter, more delicate profiles than their malt counterparts, with honeyed and cereal-forward characteristics.

Question 2

Is Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) has some sweetness (64/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) costs £106 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 51.7% ABV, Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) 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 Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company)?

Accepted Answer

Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) 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 Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) — 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 Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) 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 Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) similar to Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) and Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) costs £124.18 vs £106 for Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company).

Question 11

Is Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) similar to Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) and Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s share a similar flavour profile (Malt Extract, Honey) and are in a similar price range. Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s costs £99.99 vs £106 for Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company).

Question 12

How does Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) compare to Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) and Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Invergordon 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 8986) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) is sweet and approachable, while Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is known for Smokey, Medicinal, Dried Fruit notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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