Name: Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi)
Brand: Glen Grant
Price: 257.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) is characterised by Sherried, Dried Fruit, Chocolate, Honey, Old Wood notes. Glen Grant's 1988 distillate aged 29 years in a single sherry cask, bottled at cask strength by Adelphi in 2018. This indie release of just 429 bottles captures the rich, sherried character Speyside is known for, with the depth that comes from three decades in wood.

Question 2

Is Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) is noticeably sweet (66/100), with flavours like Honey.

Question 4

Is Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) costs £257 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 56.3% ABV, Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (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 Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi)?

Accepted Answer

Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) 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 Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (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 Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (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 Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) similar to Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) and Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Chocolate) and are in a similar price range. Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) costs £299 vs £257 for Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi).

Question 11

Is Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) similar to The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) and The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Honey) and are in a similar price range. The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish costs £299 vs £257 for Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi).

Question 12

How does Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) compare to Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts?

Accepted Answer

Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) and Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Glen Grant 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 9165) (Adelphi) is sweet and approachable, 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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