North Of Scotland 38 Years Old 1973 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
- Distillery
- North of Scotland
- Region
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Grain
- ABV
- 52%
- Age
- 38 years
- Price
- £107.18
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Vanilla, Old Wood, Honey, Nutty, Toasted
- Description
- A grain whisky from the now-closed North of Scotland distillery, aged 38 years since 1973 and bottled by Douglas Laing's Clan Denny range. Extended maturation in wood has transformed what began as a blending component into something far richer—aged grain develops honeyed sweetness, subtle wood spice, and a silky texture that reveals why long-aged examples command respect. This is a historical curiosity and a reminder that grain whisky, given time, can achieve genuine complexity.
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ABV
52%
Age
38 yr
Style
Grain
✦ Neatly Summary
North Of Scotland 38 Years Old 1973 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is a 38-year-old grain from North of Scotland (Scotland), bottled at 52% ABV. Expect sweet, oaky and gentle spice character — vanilla, old wood, honey, nutty. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
A grain whisky from the now-closed North of Scotland distillery, aged 38 years since 1973 and bottled by Douglas Laing's Clan Denny range. Extended maturation in wood has transformed what began as a blending component into something far richer—aged grain develops honeyed sweetness, subtle wood spice, and a silky texture that reveals why long-aged examples command respect. This is a historical curiosity and a reminder that grain whisky, given time, can achieve genuine complexity.
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