Name: Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured
Brand: Tobermory
Price: 114.95 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)

Question 1

What does Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured taste like?

Accepted Answer

Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured is characterised by Smokey, Sherried, Medicinal, Oily notes. Ledaig's peated character from Tobermory distillery emerges here after 13 years split between Oloroso and red wine casks, bottled at 53.8% ABV without chill filtration. The double cask maturation layers smoky, maritime peat against rich dark fruit and wine-cask tannins, creating a balanced, complex island malt.

Question 2

Is Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 70/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured sweet?

Accepted Answer

Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured has some sweetness (60/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke and high ABV (53.8%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured costs £114.95 and is rated 5.0/5 by the community (1 ratings). The quality justifies the price for enthusiasts.

Question 6

Should I drink Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 53.8% ABV, Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured 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 Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured?

Accepted Answer

Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured pairs well with smoked salmon, oysters, dark chocolate, aged cheddar, and chargrilled meats. The smoky, peaty character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the complex peat smoke and full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured?

Accepted Answer

Serve Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured 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

What is the community rating for Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured?

Accepted Answer

Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured is rated 5.0/5 on Neatly based on 1 community ratings. This puts it among the highest-rated whiskies in its category.

Question 11

Is Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured similar to Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured and Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 share a similar flavour profile (Sherried) and are in a similar price range. Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 costs £150 vs £114.95 for Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured.

Question 12

Is Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured similar to Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured and Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 share a similar flavour profile (Smokey) and are in a similar price range. Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 costs £109.95 vs £114.95 for Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured.

Question 13

How does Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured compare to Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)?

Accepted Answer

Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured and Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured is bold and smoky, while Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is known for Fresh Fruit, Citric, Vanilla notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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