Glen Elgin 24 Year Old 1985 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
- Distillery
- Glen Elgin
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 44.9%
- Age
- 24 years
- Price
- £84.6
- Tasting notes
- Old Wood, Sherried, Dried Fruit, Nutty
- Description
- Glen Elgin 24 Year Old, part of Douglas Laing's Old Malt Cask, shares its 1985 origins with 'Old Wood' and 'Nutty' whispers. Its 44.9% ABV reveals a mature Speyside character enhanced by a 'Sherried' essence. Aged sophistication at £84.6 might prompt a ponder on its historical depth versus modern expectations.
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Glen Elgin 24 Year Old 1985 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is a 24-year-old single malt from Glen Elgin (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 44.9% ABV. Expect fruity, oaky and sweet character — old wood, sherried, dried fruit, nutty. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A premium pour worth the price.
Glen Elgin 24 Year Old, part of Douglas Laing's Old Malt Cask, shares its 1985 origins with 'Old Wood' and 'Nutty' whispers. Its 44.9% ABV reveals a mature Speyside character enhanced by a 'Sherried' essence. Aged sophistication at £84.6 might prompt a ponder on its historical depth versus modern expectations.
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