Bunnahabhain 2004/2023 Old Particular 18 years old Douglas Laing Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 52%

For three generations, Douglas Laing has had a soft spot for the quiet and the rare, and this 18 Years Old Bunnahabhain from the Old Particular range shows exactly why.

Expert's Description

Bunnahabhain 2004/2023 Old Particular 18 Years Old is an Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky from a single ex-bourbon cask, bottled at 52%.

The whisky was distilled in December 2004 and left to rest on its bourbon cask right up until July 2023, when Douglas Laing bottled it as part of their well-regarded Old Particular series – a range that has stood for unadorned single cask bottlings since 1948.

Eighteen years on a refill bourbon cask gives the whisky room to breathe without being overwhelmed by the oak, and the result is a clear, age-stated Bunnahabhain that still lets the distillery's core character speak for itself.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Vanilla and light honey surround a fresh hint of sea salt and ripe pears.

Palate

Soft and round with sweet bourbon cask, apple and a gentle spiciness that grows warmer as it lingers.

Finish

Medium length, dry and lightly salty with a final touch of vanilla.

Specifications

Distillery: Bunnahabhain
Bottler: Douglas Laing
Region/Country: Scotland (Islay)
Type: Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 18 Years
ABV: 52%
Size: 70 CL
Cask Type: Ex-Bourbon Cask
Non-Chill Filtered: Yes
Natural Colour: Yes
Distillation Method: Double Distilled
Distilled: December 2004
Bottled: July 2023
Number of Bottles: 232
Edition: Old Particular
EAN No.: 5014218828498

Flavour Profile

Fresh · Maritime · Soft · Age-Stated

Investment Potential

Medium – single cask bottlings from the Old Particular series have a loyal following among collectors, and with only one cask behind this 18 Years Old, it won't be refilled.

Did You Know?

Douglas Laing remains a family-owned business in its third generation, and the Old Particular series takes its name from an old Scottish phrase for something chosen with special care.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bunnahabhain 2004/2023 Old Particular 18 Years Old

What does Bunnahabhain 2004/2023 Old Particular 18 Years Old taste like?

Vanilla and light honey meet fresh sea salt and ripe pears – a soft and approachable 18 Years Old with clear bourbon cask character.

Is it smoky?

No, it's unpeated and shows Bunnahabhain's lighter, maritime side, enhanced by eighteen years on a refill bourbon cask.

What makes the Old Particular series different?

Douglas Laing has stood for unadorned single cask bottlings since 1948, with no extra finishing or additives, letting each cask's own character speak for itself.

How many bottles were produced?

This specific bottling yielded 232 bottles from a single bourbon cask.

Does it make a good gift?

Yes, the age and the respected Old Particular name make it a solid choice for a collector or enthusiast who appreciates single cask whisky.

Is it worth it as an 18 Years Old single cask whisky?

With eighteen years on a single cask and a name that holds a firm place among collectors of independent bottlings, it compares well with other 18 Years Old Islay whiskies of similar age.