Royal Lochnagar 23 Year Old 1984 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
- Distillery
- Lochnagar
- Region
- Highland
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 50%
- Age
- 23 years
- Price
- £71.45
- Tasting notes
- Vanilla, Honey, Fresh Fruit, Malt Extract, Old Wood
- Description
- Royal Lochnagar's 1984 spirit aged 23 years in refill hogshead 4205 and bottled by Douglas Laing with 295 bottles represents a Highland distillery known for its royal warrant and elegantly poised profile. Refill wood preserves the distillery's natural balance of heather honey, subtle smoke, and stone-fruit notes, allowing age and time to refine rather than overwhelm. The texture is smooth and sophisticated, with a medium-length finish of honey, light spice, and gentle oak. A refined expression suited to traditionalists and those exploring Scotland's established Highland distilleries.
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Royal Lochnagar 23 Year Old 1984 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is a 23-year-old single malt from Lochnagar (Highland, Scotland), bottled at 50% ABV. Expect heavily oaked, sweet and fruity character — vanilla, honey, fresh fruit, malt extract. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
Royal Lochnagar's 1984 spirit aged 23 years in refill hogshead 4205 and bottled by Douglas Laing with 295 bottles represents a Highland distillery known for its royal warrant and elegantly poised profile. Refill wood preserves the distillery's natural balance of heather honey, subtle smoke, and stone-fruit notes, allowing age and time to refine rather than overwhelm. The texture is smooth and sophisticated, with a medium-length finish of honey, light spice, and gentle oak. A refined expression suited to traditionalists and those exploring Scotland's established Highland distilleries.
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