Name: Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi)
Brand: Linkwood
Price: 74.95 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) is characterised by Sherried, Dried Fruit, Chocolate, Toasted, Old Wood notes. Linkwood distilled in 2008 and aged 13 years in a single sherry cask before Adelphi's independent bottling in 2021. This Speyside malt delivers sherried richness from its wood treatment, with 586 bottles released at natural cask strength.

Question 2

Is Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) has some sweetness (53/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) is a challenging dram with and high ABV (53.8%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) costs £74.95 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 53.8% ABV, Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) 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 Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi)?

Accepted Answer

Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) 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 Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) — 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 Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) 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 Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) similar to Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) and Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Dried Fruit, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) costs £65.84 vs £74.95 for Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi).

Question 11

Is Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) similar to Famous Grouse Highland Decanter?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) and Famous Grouse Highland Decanter share a similar flavour profile (Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Famous Grouse Highland Decanter costs £99.99 vs £74.95 for Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi).

Question 12

How does Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) compare to Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) and Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 805189) (Adelphi) is complex and layered, while Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is known for Fresh Fruit, Smokey, Honey notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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