Glenburgie 13 Year Old - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing)
- Distillery
- Glenburgie
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 46%
- Age
- 13 years
- Price
- £63.67
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Malt Extract, Vanilla, Honey, Toasted, Nutty
- Description
- Glenburgie's understated Speyside character shines in this 13-year-old from Douglas Laing's Premier Barrel Selection, with only 182 hand-bottled ceramic decanters produced. Expect classic distillery notes of orchard fruit, honey, and subtle spice, shaped by ex-bourbon maturation into a refined, approachable profile. The palate is clean and well-balanced, with a gentle warming finish. Perfect for those seeking elegant Speyside without regional bombast.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Glenburgie 13 Year Old - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing) is a 13-year-old single malt from Glenburgie (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 46% ABV. Expect sweet, oaky and delicately floral character — malt extract, vanilla, honey, toasted. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A premium pour worth the price.
Glenburgie's understated Speyside character shines in this 13-year-old from Douglas Laing's Premier Barrel Selection, with only 182 hand-bottled ceramic decanters produced. Expect classic distillery notes of orchard fruit, honey, and subtle spice, shaped by ex-bourbon maturation into a refined, approachable profile. The palate is clean and well-balanced, with a gentle warming finish. Perfect for those seeking elegant Speyside without regional bombast.
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