Name: North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Brand: North British
Price: 202.38 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) taste like?

Accepted Answer

North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is characterised by Vanilla, Old Wood, Toasted, Malt Extract notes. North British Distillery's 1988 grain whisky matured for 35 years in refill wood, bottled at 41.9% ABV without colouring or chill filtration by Douglas Laing's Xtra Old Particular series. Lowland grain whiskies of this age are increasingly rare, offering the subtle complexity that extended maturation brings to grain spirits.

Question 2

Is North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) sweet?

Accepted Answer

North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) has some sweetness (57/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is approachable and a great starting point. Its Vanilla, Old Wood, Toasted character makes it accessible at 41.9% ABV.

Question 5

Is North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) costs £202.38 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is enjoyable neat at 41.9% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - 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 North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - 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 North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Serve North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - 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 North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) similar to Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) and Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old costs £180 vs £202.38 for North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing).

Question 11

Is North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) similar to Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1?

Accepted Answer

Yes — North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) and Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1 share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1 costs £150 vs £202.38 for North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing).

Question 12

How does North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) compare to Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)?

Accepted Answer

North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) and Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is complex and layered, while Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is known for Smokey, Medicinal, Oily notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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