Name: Bastille 1789 Single Malt
Brand: Bastille 1789
Price: 59.95 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (5 reviews)

Question 1

What does Bastille 1789 Single Malt taste like?

Accepted Answer

Bastille 1789 Single Malt is characterised by Toasted, Fresh Fruit, Smokey, Honey notes. Bastille 1789 is a French single malt crafted by Master Distiller Jean-Marc Daucourt using barley grown in north-east France and finished in Limousin oak—cask wood more commonly reserved for Cognac. The result is subtly sweet with emerging peat, offering a distinctly French take on whisky production.

Question 2

Is Bastille 1789 Single Malt smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Bastille 1789 Single Malt is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 80/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Bastille 1789 Single Malt sweet?

Accepted Answer

Bastille 1789 Single Malt has some sweetness (52/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Bastille 1789 Single Malt good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Bastille 1789 Single Malt is approachable and a great starting point. Its Toasted, Fresh Fruit, Smokey character makes it accessible at 43% ABV.

Question 5

Is Bastille 1789 Single Malt worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Yes — at £59.95 with a community rating of 4.8/5 from 5 ratings, Bastille 1789 Single Malt offers excellent value. It's a Neatly Value Pick.

Question 6

Should I drink Bastille 1789 Single Malt neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Bastille 1789 Single Malt is best enjoyed neat to experience the full smoky character. A small drop of water can soften the intensity if preferred.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Bastille 1789 Single Malt?

Accepted Answer

Bastille 1789 Single Malt pairs well with smoked salmon, oysters, dark chocolate, aged cheddar, and chargrilled meats. The smoky, peaty character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Bastille 1789 Single Malt?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Bastille 1789 Single Malt — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the complex peat smoke and full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Bastille 1789 Single Malt?

Accepted Answer

Serve Bastille 1789 Single Malt 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

What is the community rating for Bastille 1789 Single Malt?

Accepted Answer

Bastille 1789 Single Malt is rated 4.8/5 on Neatly based on 5 community ratings. This puts it among the highest-rated whiskies in its category.

Question 11

Is Bastille 1789 Single Malt similar to Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Bastille 1789 Single Malt and Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) share a similar flavour profile (Toasted, Honey) 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 £59.95 for Bastille 1789 Single Malt.

Question 12

Is Bastille 1789 Single Malt similar to Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Bastille 1789 Single Malt and Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky share a similar flavour profile (Fresh Fruit, Smokey, Honey) and are in a similar price range. Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky costs £46.95 vs £59.95 for Bastille 1789 Single Malt.

Question 13

How does Bastille 1789 Single Malt compare to Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023?

Accepted Answer

Bastille 1789 Single Malt and Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Bastille 1789 Single Malt is bold and smoky, while Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is known for Chocolate, Sherried, Cooked Fruit notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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