Name: North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Brand: North British
Price: 166.50 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) taste like?

Accepted Answer

North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is characterised by Old Wood, Oily, Nutty, Yeasty, Malt Extract notes. North British grain distilled in July 1988 and aged 30 years in a single refill barrel before bottling at cask strength in July 2018. This Lowland grain, released in only 213 bottles, showcases the creamy, subtle sweetness typical of the closed distillery.

Question 2

Is North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - 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 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) sweet?

Accepted Answer

North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) has some sweetness (40/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is a challenging dram with and high ABV (50.7%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) costs £166.5 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 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 50.7% ABV, North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - 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 North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) pairs well with dark chocolate, mature cheddar, smoked nuts, and charcuterie. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - 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 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Serve North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - 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 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) similar to Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - 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 £166.5 for North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing).

Question 11

Is North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) similar to Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) and Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) share a similar flavour profile (Old Wood, Malt Extract) and are in a similar price range. Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) costs £173.95 vs £166.5 for North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing).

Question 12

How does North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) compare to Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)?

Accepted Answer

North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) and Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12538) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is complex and layered, while Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is known for Sherried, Vanilla, Cooked Fruit notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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