Name: Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Brand: Allt-á-Bhainne
Price: 104.66 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is characterised by Old Wood, Malt Extract, Vanilla, Honey, Toasted notes. Allt-á-Bhainne's 22-year journey in a refill hogshead from 1995 to 2018 produced just 289 bottles for Douglas Laing's Old Particular range. This Speyside malt reflects the distillery's subtle, malty character refined through extended cask maturation.

Question 2

Is Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) has some sweetness (64/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - 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 Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) costs £104.66 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 51.9% ABV, Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - 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 Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - 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 Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - 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 Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - 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 Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) similar to The Antiquary 21 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) and The Antiquary 21 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. The Antiquary 21 Year Old costs £84.9 vs £104.66 for Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing).

Question 11

Is Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) similar to Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) and Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Honey, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) costs £106.37 vs £104.66 for Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing).

Question 12

How does Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) compare to Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) and Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 12474) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is sweet and approachable, while Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is known for Smokey, Medicinal, Dried Fruit notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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