Name: Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood
Brand: Springbank
Price: 499.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood taste like?

Accepted Answer

Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood is characterised by Smokey, Sherried, Dried Fruit notes. Longrow's 13 Year Old (1989, sherry wood) is a peaty, sherried single malt from Springbank's Campbeltown distillery aged in sherry butts, balancing smoky character with dried fruit sweetness and spice from 13 years maturation. One of 2,350 bottles produced, this expression showcases Campbeltown's distinctive terroir.

Question 2

Is Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 80/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood sweet?

Accepted Answer

Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood has some sweetness (55/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke and high ABV (53.2%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood costs £499 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 53.2% ABV, Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood 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 Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood?

Accepted Answer

Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood 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 Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood — 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 Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood?

Accepted Answer

Serve Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood 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 Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood similar to Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood and Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company share a similar flavour profile (Smokey, Dried Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company costs £399.95 vs £499 for Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood.

Question 11

Is Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood similar to Springbank 10 Year Old 2007 - Local Barley?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood and Springbank 10 Year Old 2007 - Local Barley share a similar flavour profile (Smokey) and are in a similar price range. Springbank 10 Year Old 2007 - Local Barley costs £399 vs £499 for Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood.

Question 12

How does Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood compare to Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts?

Accepted Answer

Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood and Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Longrow 13 Year Old 1989 - Sherry Wood is bold and smoky, 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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