Question 1

What does New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky taste like?

Accepted Answer

New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky is characterised by Old Wood, Dried Fruit, Honey, Sherried, Nutty notes. Distilled in 1988 at Willowbank, New Zealand's now-defunct southernmost distillery, and aged for 29 years before this exclusive single-cask bottling in 2017. Deep wood maturation has created rich, fruity complexity with pronounced oak influence and an almost over-oaked intensity from three decades in wood. A rare historical bottling suited to collectors seeking a snapshot of New Zealand's lost distilling era.

Question 2

Is New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky sweet?

Accepted Answer

New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky has some sweetness (56/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky is approachable and a great starting point. Its Old Wood, Dried Fruit, Honey character makes it accessible at 40% ABV.

Question 5

Is New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky worth the money?

Accepted Answer

New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky costs £450 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky is enjoyable neat at 40% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky?

Accepted Answer

New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New 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 New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Serve New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New 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 New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky similar to Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky and Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) share a similar flavour profile (Sherried) and are in a similar price range. Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) costs £299 vs £450 for New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky.

Question 11

Is New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky similar to Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna?

Accepted Answer

Yes — New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky and Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna share a similar flavour profile (Honey) and are in a similar price range. Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna costs £399 vs £450 for New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky.

Question 12

How does New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky compare to Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts?

Accepted Answer

New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky and Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. New Zealand 1988 Single Cask / 29 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange New Whisky is complex and layered, while Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is known for Hay-like, Leafy, Malt Extract notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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