Name: Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts
Brand: Glen Mhor
Price: 799.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts taste like?

Accepted Answer

Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts is characterised by Old Wood, Toasted, Honey, Smokey, Leathery notes. Distilled in 1979 and bottled in 2001 after 22 years in oak, this Highland single malt comes from Glen Mhor, a now-closed distillery. Released as part of the official Rare Malts range, this bottle represents a historical snapshot of a lost Scottish distillery.

Question 2

Is Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 80/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts sweet?

Accepted Answer

Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts has some sweetness (58/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts costs £799 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 Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 61% ABV, Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts 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 Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts?

Accepted Answer

Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts 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 Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts — 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 Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts?

Accepted Answer

Serve Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts 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 Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts similar to Tomatin 30 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts and Tomatin 30 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Old Wood, Honey) and are in a similar price range. Tomatin 30 Year Old costs £585 vs £799 for Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts.

Question 11

Is Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts similar to Mortlach 25 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts and Mortlach 25 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Old Wood, Toasted, Honey) and are in a similar price range. Mortlach 25 Year Old costs £582.95 vs £799 for Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts.

Question 12

How does Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts compare to Balvenie 17 Year Old Madeira Cask?

Accepted Answer

Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts and Balvenie 17 Year Old Madeira Cask are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Glen Mhor 22 Year Old 1979 - Rare Malts is bold and smoky, while Balvenie 17 Year Old Madeira Cask is known for Sherried, Vanilla, Dried Fruit notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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