Name: Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask
Brand: Daftmill
Price: 599.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask taste like?

Accepted Answer

Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask is characterised by Sherried, Cooked Fruit, Dried Fruit, Honey, Vanilla notes. Daftmill's only commercial release to date: distilled from Optic barley in 2009 and aged 11 years in Oloroso sherry cask before bottling at cask strength in 2020. This Lowland single malt represents a rare opportunity from Scotland's farmhouse distillery, limited to 629 bottles.

Question 2

Is Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask sweet?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask is noticeably sweet (67/100), with flavours like Cooked Fruit, Honey, Vanilla.

Question 4

Is Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask costs £599 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 61.1% ABV, Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask 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 Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask?

Accepted Answer

Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The sweet, honeyed character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask — 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 Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask?

Accepted Answer

Serve Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask 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 Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask similar to Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask and Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Vanilla) and are in a similar price range. Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) costs £383.95 vs £599 for Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask.

Question 11

Is Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask similar to Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask and Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Vanilla) and are in a similar price range. Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 costs £494.02 vs £599 for Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask.

Question 12

How does Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask compare to Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask and Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Daftmill 2009 (cask 029/2009) - Single Cask is sweet and approachable, while Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is known for Smokey, Old Wood, Leathery notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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