Name: Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Brand: Aberfeldy
Price: 158.23 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is characterised by Vanilla, Honey, Malt Extract, Old Wood notes. Laid down in July 1996 and bottled by Montgomerie's in September 2017, this Aberfeldy aged for 21 years in a single bourbon cask. The Highland distillery's honey and spice profile would have developed additional depth over two decades in ex-bourbon wood.

Question 2

Is Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is noticeably sweet (75/100), with flavours like Vanilla, Honey.

Question 4

Is Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is approachable and a great starting point. Its Vanilla, Honey, Malt Extract character makes it accessible at 46% ABV.

Question 5

Is Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) costs £158.23 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is enjoyable neat at 46% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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 Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) — 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 Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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 Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) similar to The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) and The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 share a similar flavour profile (Honey) and are in a similar price range. The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 costs £95 vs £158.23 for Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's).

Question 11

Is Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) similar to Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) and Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) share a similar flavour profile (Honey) and are in a similar price range. Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) costs £99 vs £158.23 for Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's).

Question 12

How does Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) compare to Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail?

Accepted Answer

Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) and Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is sweet and approachable, while Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is known for Smokey, Medicinal, Kippery notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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