Name: Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)
Brand: Bunnahabhain
Price: 545.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) is characterised by Old Wood, Leathery, Smokey, Oily, Medicinal notes. Distilled at Islay's Bunnahabhain in November 1990 and aged 30 years in a single refill hogshead, this independently bottled expression by Douglas Laing shows the depth that three decades of maturation can bring to the distillery's unpeated character. Only 291 bottles were released in April 2021.

Question 2

Is Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 70/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) is not particularly sweet (0/100). It leans dry and savoury.

Question 4

Is Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke. More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) costs £545 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) is best enjoyed neat to experience the full smoky character. A small drop of water can soften the intensity if preferred.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) pairs well with smoked salmon, oysters, dark chocolate, aged cheddar, and chargrilled meats. The smoky, peaty character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the complex peat smoke and full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (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 Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) similar to Glenfarclas 30 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) and Glenfarclas 30 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Glenfarclas 30 Year Old costs £632.95 vs £545 for Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing).

Question 11

Is Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) similar to Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) and Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) share a similar flavour profile (Old Wood, Leathery, Smokey) and are in a similar price range. Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) costs £599.95 vs £545 for Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing).

Question 12

How does Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) compare to Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts?

Accepted Answer

Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) and Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 14861) - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) is bold and smoky, while Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is known for Hay-like, Leafy, Malt Extract notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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