Islay & Highland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
- Distillery
- Douglas Laing
- Region
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Blended Malt
- ABV
- 46%
- Price
- £39.98
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (2 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Citric, Sherried
- Description
- Douglas Laing's blended malt marries a single cask of anonymous Islay whisky with one from an undisclosed Highland distillery, creating regional contrast without fanfare. The combination bridges smoky maritime character with mainland refinement, offering complexity through the interplay of distinct profiles. Best for those curious about regional dialogue and comfortable with mystery in their glass.
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ABV
46%
Age
NAS
Style
Blended
Price
£39.98
✦ Neatly Summary
Islay & Highland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is a blended malt from Douglas Laing (Scotland), bottled at 46% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, sweet and fruity character — smokey, citric, sherried. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. Good value for the quality offered.
Douglas Laing's blended malt marries a single cask of anonymous Islay whisky with one from an undisclosed Highland distillery, creating regional contrast without fanfare. The combination bridges smoky maritime character with mainland refinement, offering complexity through the interplay of distinct profiles. Best for those curious about regional dialogue and comfortable with mystery in their glass.
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