Ledaig 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 13060) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
- Distillery
- Tobermory
- Region
- Island
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 49.6%
- Age
- 21 years
- Price
- £146.86
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Sherried, Oily, Kippery, Leathery
- Description
- Ledaig from Tobermory stands out among Island malts for its assertive peat character, distilled in October 1997 and aged 21 years in a refill hogshead before bottling in February 2019. The spirit carries the signature maritime smoke of Mull, layered with brine and medicinal notes that develop complexity over two decades. Only 256 bottles were released, making this a rare find for committed peat enthusiasts.
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Ledaig 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 13060) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is a 21-year-old single malt from Tobermory (Island, Scotland), bottled at 49.6% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, sweet and fruity character — smokey, sherried, oily, kippery. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Ledaig from Tobermory stands out among Island malts for its assertive peat character, distilled in October 1997 and aged 21 years in a refill hogshead before bottling in February 2019. The spirit carries the signature maritime smoke of Mull, layered with brine and medicinal notes that develop complexity over two decades. Only 256 bottles were released, making this a rare find for committed peat enthusiasts.
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