Name: Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky)
Brand: Glenturret
Price: 236.45 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) is characterised by Old Wood, Honey, Vanilla, Toasted, Malt Extract notes. Distilled at Glenturret in 1987 and matured 30 years in a single hogshead, this Highland single malt was bottled by La Maison du Whisky in 2018 at 55.3% ABV. The Artist #8 label features striking photography by Jérémie Lenoir, with only 214 bottles released.

Question 2

Is Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) has some sweetness (64/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) costs £236.45 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 55.3% ABV, Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) 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 Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky)?

Accepted Answer

Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) 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 Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) — 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 Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) 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 Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) similar to Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) and Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 share a similar flavour profile (Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 costs £179 vs £236.45 for Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky).

Question 11

Is Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) similar to WhistlePig 15 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) and WhistlePig 15 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. WhistlePig 15 Year Old costs £229.99 vs £236.45 for Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky).

Question 12

How does Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) compare to Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)?

Accepted Answer

Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) and Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky) is sweet and approachable, while Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is known for Smokey, Kippery, Medicinal notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky)

Similar bottles to Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky)

Different style alternatives to Glenturret 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 371) - Artist #8 (La Maison du Whisky)