✦ Neatly Summary

Glen Spey 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 11336) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is a 18-year-old single malt from Glen Spey (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 48.4% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and oaky character — vanilla, honey, malt extract, fresh fruit. A well-balanced whisky that appeals to both newcomers and enthusiasts. Good value for the quality offered.

Glen Spey's 1997 vintage matured for 18 years in a refill hogshead before Douglas Laing bottled just 328 bottles in 2016, capturing this Speyside distillery at cask strength. Refill wood allows the distillery's natural character—floral notes and light stone fruit—to develop without heavy oak interference. The palate offers a balanced, somewhat delicate profile with honey and subtle spice, finishing dry and precise. An ideal dram for those who prefer understated Speyside character over heavily oaked or heavily peated styles.

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