Name: Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Brand: Caledonian
Price: 346.89 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)

Question 1

What does Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is characterised by Old Wood, Oily, Vanilla, Nutty, Honey notes. A 40-year-old single grain Scotch from the defunct Caledonian distillery, aged in refill wood from April 1976 to June 2016. Douglas Laing's independent bottling of just 291 bottles preserves an example of Lowland grain whisky character from a lost distillery.

Question 2

Is Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is noticeably sweet (68/100), with flavours like Vanilla, Honey.

Question 4

Is Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - 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 Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) costs £346.89 and is rated 5.0/5 by the community (1 ratings). The quality justifies the price for enthusiasts.

Question 6

Should I drink Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 55.1% ABV, Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - 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 Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) pairs well with honey cake, crème brûlée, mild soft cheeses, and glazed nuts. The sweet, honeyed character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - 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 Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - 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

What is the community rating for Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is rated 5.0/5 on Neatly based on 1 community ratings. This puts it among the highest-rated whiskies in its category.

Question 11

Is Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) similar to Big Peat 33 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) and Big Peat 33 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Big Peat 33 Year Old costs £249.95 vs £346.89 for Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing).

Question 12

Is Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) similar to Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) and Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection share a similar flavour profile (Old Wood, Vanilla, Honey) and are in a similar price range. Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection costs £395 vs £346.89 for Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing).

Question 13

How does Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) compare to Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts?

Accepted Answer

Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) and Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Caledonian 40 Year Old 1976 (cask 11213) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is sweet and approachable, while Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is known for Hay-like, Leafy, Malt Extract notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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