Islay & Highland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) vs Meikle Tòir The Sherry One

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Islay & Highland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)Meikle Tòir The Sherry One
DistilleryDouglas LaingGlenAllachie
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%48%
AgeNAS5 yr
Price£39.98£43
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Islay & Highland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Meikle Tòir The Sherry One

Smoke64/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Islay & Highland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Meikle Tòir The Sherry One

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay & Highland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is better value at £40 vs £43.

For beginners: Islay & Highland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Islay & Highland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£39.98 vs £43)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Meikle Tòir The Sherry One

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£43 vs £39.98)

Who should buy Islay?

Islay & Highland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Who should buy Meikle?

Meikle Tòir The Sherry One suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeySherried

Only Islay & Highland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)

Citric

Only Meikle Tòir The Sherry One

Cooked FruitToastedDried Fruit

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