Name: Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Brand: Tullibardine
Price: 294.41 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is characterised by Old Wood, Malt Extract, Vanilla, Toasted, Honey notes. Matured for 25 years in a refill hogshead, this 1993 Tullibardine from Douglas Laing's Xtra Old Particular range demonstrates how Highland single malt develops subtle complexity without the influence of fresh wood.

Question 2

Is Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) has some sweetness (64/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - 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 Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) costs £294.41 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 55.3% ABV, Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - 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 Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - 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 Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - 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 Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - 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 Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) similar to Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - 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 £294.41 for Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing).

Question 11

Is Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) similar to Big Peat 33 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - 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 £294.41 for Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing).

Question 12

How does Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) compare to Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)?

Accepted Answer

Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) and Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Tullibardine 25 Year Old 1993 (cask 12624) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is sweet and approachable, 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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