Name: Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Brand: Invergordon
Price: 157.95 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.0 (2 reviews)

Question 1

What does Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is characterised by Old Wood, Malt Extract, Vanilla, Toasted notes. This 30-year-old Invergordon grain whisky matured from 1988 to 2019 in a refill butt cask, bottled at cask strength by Douglas Laing's Xtra Old Particular range. Three decades of aging have developed complexity rare in grain whisky, yielding just 440 bottles.

Question 2

Is Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) has some sweetness (57/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) costs £157.95 and is rated 4.0/5 by the community (2 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 54.2% ABV, Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) pairs well with honey cake, crème brûlée, mild soft cheeses, and glazed nuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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

What is the community rating for Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is rated 4.0/5 on Neatly based on 2 community ratings. A strong, well-regarded expression.

Question 11

Is Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) similar to Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) and Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) costs £106.37 vs £157.95 for Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing).

Question 12

Is Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) similar to Longmorn 15 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) and Longmorn 15 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Malt Extract, Vanilla, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Longmorn 15 Year Old costs £150 vs £157.95 for Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing).

Question 13

How does Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) compare to Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail?

Accepted Answer

Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) and Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 13575) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is complex and layered, while Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is known for Smokey, Medicinal, Kippery notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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