Name: Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Brand: Strathclyde
Price: 214.60 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is characterised by Old Wood, Vanilla, Honey, Nutty, Toasted notes. Douglas Laing's Xtra Old Particular range reserves bottles for exceptional aged whiskies—this Strathclyde 30-year-old (1988-2018) exemplifies that philosophy. Distilled in June 1988 and matured in a refill barrel, only 174 bottles were released.

Question 2

Is Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) has some sweetness (59/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - 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 Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) costs £214.6 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 52.7% ABV, Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - 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 Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - 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 Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - 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 Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - 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

Is Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) similar to Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) and Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) share a similar flavour profile (Old Wood, Nutty) and are in a similar price range. Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) costs £199.95 vs £214.6 for Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing).

Question 11

Is Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) similar to Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) and Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) share a similar flavour profile (Old Wood, Vanilla) and are in a similar price range. Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) costs £173.95 vs £214.6 for Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing).

Question 12

How does Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) compare to Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)?

Accepted Answer

Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) and Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12950) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is complex and layered, while Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is known for Smokey, Kippery, Medicinal notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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