Name: Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)
Brand: Springbank
Price: 799.95 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) is characterised by Sherried, Smokey, Dried Fruit, Leathery, Tobacco notes. Springbank's 24-year journey from November 1994 to May 2019 in a single ex-sherry hogshead produced just 148 bottles at cask strength for Douglas Laing's inaugural Xtra Old Particular Black Series release. The extended sherry maturation deepens the Campbeltown distillery's signature funky, briny character with rich dried fruit complexity.

Question 2

Is Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 80/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) has some sweetness (55/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke. More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) costs £799.95 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) is best enjoyed neat to experience the full smoky character. A small drop of water can soften the intensity if preferred.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) pairs well with smoked salmon, oysters, dark chocolate, aged cheddar, and chargrilled meats. The smoky, peaty character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the complex peat smoke and full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (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

Is Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) similar to Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) and Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 share a similar flavour profile (Sherried) and are in a similar price range. Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 costs £494.02 vs £799.95 for Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing).

Question 11

Is Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) similar to Jura 30 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) and Jura 30 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Dried Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Jura 30 Year Old costs £699 vs £799.95 for Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing).

Question 12

How does Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) compare to Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation?

Accepted Answer

Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) and Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Springbank 24 Year Old 1994 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) is bold and smoky, while Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation is known for Old Wood, Malt Extract, Vanilla notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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