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Douglas Laing Whisky

Douglas Laing is one of the last true family-run whisky merchants in Scotland, faithful to the philosophy that whisky should be shown pure and unfiltered, exactly as the distillery made it. For over 75 years the family has hunted down casks that genuinely speak of their origin.
  • Scallywag Douglas Laing The Winter Edition bottle with fox motif
    Item no.: 22227865479-1106-1972484

    Winter falls fast in Speyside, and the little fox terrier with the oversized moustache returns to keep the cold at bay with sherry and spice.

    Expert's Description

    Scallywag Douglas Laing The Winter Edition is a Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in a combination of Pedro Ximénez sherry casks and Oloroso casks, and bottled at cask strength of 52.6%.

    Douglas Laing blends together several Speyside distilleries under Scallywag's distinctive fox label. This winter release leans into deep sherry character, with only 3,000 bottles produced.

    Tasting Notes

    Nose

    Dark cocoa and plump raisins meet a whisper of tobacco, while warming winter spices like clove and cinnamon simmer underneath.

    Palate

    Full and round with sherry sweetness, dark chocolate and a touch of orange peel, carried by the high strength without turning sharp.

    Finish

    Long and warming, closing on spiced oak, dried fruit and a final bitter note of coffee grounds.

    Specifications

    Name: The Winter Edition
    Bottler: Douglas Laing
    Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
    Type: Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
    ABV: 52.6%
    Size: 70 CL
    Cask Type: Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks
    Non-chill Filtered: Yes
    Natural Colour: Yes
    Number of Bottles: 3,000 bottles
    Edition: The Winter Edition

    Flavour Profile

    Sherry-matured · Spiced · Dark · Full-bodied

    Did You Know?

    The scruffy fox terrier on the label is drawn specifically for the Scallywag range and changes backdrop with each seasonal release — in winter he stands beneath the northern lights.

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    • 120,00
      1pcs.
      104,50EUR
  • Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 bottle with fox motif
    Item no.: 059763-615-96

    Cocoa beans roasting slowly while a Speyside malt quietly matures in sherry casks nearby — that is where Scallywag's sweet winter indulgence begins.

    Expert's Description

    Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is a Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky from Douglas Laing, fully matured in sherry casks and bottled at 48%.

    This is a small batch release of 4,200 bottles, composed entirely of Speyside malts chosen for their cocoa-rich cask character, without chill filtration or added colouring.

    Tasting Notes

    Nose

    Roasted cocoa and brown sugar sit over a malty sweetness with a hint of dried fig.

    Palate

    Silky smooth with dark chocolate, caramelised nuts and a gentle spiced warmth from the sherry cask.

    Finish

    Medium length with lingering cocoa and a dry, slightly bitter close, like coffee after a meal.

    Specifications

    Name: The Chocolate Edition 2023
    Bottler: Douglas Laing
    Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
    Type: Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
    ABV: 48%
    Size: 70 CL
    Cask Type: Sherry casks
    Non-chill Filtered: Yes
    Natural Colour: Yes
    Number of Bottles: 4,200 bottles
    Edition: The Chocolate Edition 2023
    EAN No.: 5014218827125

    Flavour Profile

    Sherry-matured · Cocoa · Sweet · Smooth

    Did You Know?

    Douglas Laing selects the casks for the Chocolate Edition purely by nosing for cocoa and roasted notes — a method the team simply calls 'nosing for chocolate'.

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    • 80,25
      1pcs.
      69,75EUR
  • Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2024 bottle with fox motif
    Item no.: 05974447-123

    Port wine and dark chocolate is a classic pairing — Douglas Laing tries the same combination in liquid form with this year's Scallywag release.

    Expert's Description

    Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2024 is a Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky from Douglas Laing, finished in port wine casks and bottled at 48%.

    Unlike the 2023 edition, matured fully in sherry, the 2024 edition is finished in port casks, giving the whisky a fruitier, more wine-driven character, still limited to 4,200 bottles.

    Tasting Notes

    Nose

    Brown sugar and dark berries mingle with dried figs and a warm spice note.

    Palate

    Round and sweet with port-driven fruit, vanilla and a hint of ginger.

    Finish

    Medium length with lingering berry sweetness and a slightly dry, wine-like close.

    Specifications

    Name: The Chocolate Edition 2024
    Bottler: Douglas Laing
    Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
    Type: Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
    ABV: 48%
    Size: 70 CL
    Cask Type: Port wine casks
    Non-chill Filtered: Yes
    Natural Colour: Yes
    Number of Bottles: 4,200 bottles
    Edition: The Chocolate Edition 2024
    EAN No.: 5014218830033

    Flavour Profile

    Port-finished · Fruity · Sweet · Spiced

    Did You Know?

    The 2024 edition is the first Chocolate Edition where Douglas Laing uses port casks instead of sherry for the finishing stage — a deliberate shift in the range's profile.

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    • 80,25
      1pcs.
      69,75EUR
  • Scallywag The Winter Edition 2023 tin with northern lights motif
    Item no.: 059763-615-97

    The northern lights dance across the tin, while the whisky inside holds a full year of sherry maturation and a strength that bites back.

    Expert's Description

    Scallywag The Winter Edition 2023 is a Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky from Douglas Laing, fully matured in sherry casks and bottled at 52.5%.

    With 6,000 bottles, the 2023 edition is one of the larger Winter Edition releases, and the tin's fox terrier under the northern lights has become a recurring signature of each year's winter drop.

    Tasting Notes

    Nose

    Raisins and toasted nuts sit heavily over a sweet sherry character with a hint of dark marmalade.

    Palate

    Full and robust with sherry sweetness, walnut and a warm alcoholic edge lifted by the high strength.

    Finish

    Long and spiced with lingering dried fruit and a dry, slightly bitter close.

    Specifications

    Name: The Winter Edition 2023
    Bottler: Douglas Laing
    Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
    Type: Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
    ABV: 52.5%
    Size: 70 CL
    Cask Type: Sherry casks
    Non-chill Filtered: Yes
    Natural Colour: Yes
    Number of Bottles: 6,000 bottles
    Edition: The Winter Edition 2023
    EAN No.: 5014218827941

    Flavour Profile

    Sherry-matured · Spiced · Full-bodied · Nutty

    Did You Know?

    Douglas Laing deliberately limits how many bottles of each Winter Edition reach the Danish market, even though the total release is larger — a distribution strategy that makes the Danish batches especially sought after.

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    • 80,25
      1pcs.
      69,75EUR
  • Scallywag The Winter Edition 2024 Orange Wine Cask bottle
    Item no.: 0555-746

    A halved orange, steaming spices and a glass of orange wine on the table — that is what Christmas tastes like when Scallywag tries something new.

    Expert's Description

    Scallywag The Winter Edition 2024 Orange Wine Cask is a Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky from Douglas Laing, finished in casks that previously held orange wine, bottled at 53.9%.

    Where earlier Winter Editions relied on pure sherry, the 2024 edition breaks the pattern with the wine-like, citrus-tinged character of orange wine casks laid over the classic Speyside sweetness.

    Tasting Notes

    Nose

    Orange peel, honey and malt meet light floral tones and a wine-like freshness from the orange wine.

    Palate

    Full-bodied with sweet orange, vanilla, caramel and a hint of ginger and cinnamon.

    Finish

    Long, warm and lightly spiced with citrus oil and an elegant dryness from the wine casks.

    Specifications

    Name: The Winter Edition 2024
    Bottler: Douglas Laing
    Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
    Type: Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
    ABV: 53.9%
    Size: 70 CL
    Cask Type: Orange wine casks
    Non-chill Filtered: Yes
    Natural Colour: Yes
    Edition: The Winter Edition 2024 Orange Wine Cask
    EAN No.: 5014218831191

    Flavour Profile

    Wine-finished · Citrus · Spiced · Full-bodied

    Did You Know?

    Orange wine is an Italian white wine style made by fermenting the juice with the skins on — a technique that gives the wine, and later the cask, a deep amber-orange colour, hence the name.

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    • 67,00
      1pcs.
      58,25EUR
  • Spiritualist Balance Douglas Laing Old Particular bottle
    Item no.: 22227865479-1106-19649

    Balance is the word Douglas Laing chose for this single cask — a whisky where peat smoke and sweetness meet without either dominating the other.

    Expert's Description

    Spiritualist Balance 2005/2020 is a Single Cask Islay Malt Whisky from Douglas Laing's Old Particular series, distilled in November 2005 and bottled in April 2020 after 14 years of maturation at natural cask strength of 53.2%.

    The whisky comes from a single refill hogshead, cask ref DL14032, letting the spirit's natural character shine through. The source distillery is not officially disclosed, but the style points toward a respected Islay distillery. Only 325 bottles were produced.

    Tasting Notes

    Nose

    Pronounced peat smoke, fresh sea air and subtle mineral notes, spiced with green apple and vanilla.

    Palate

    Full and complex with smoke balanced by light caramel, baked fruit and white pepper.

    Finish

    Long, dry and warm with smoke, baked citrus and a touch of dark chocolate and salted oak.

    Specifications

    Name: The Spiritualist Balance
    Bottler: Douglas Laing
    Region/Country: Islay, Scotland
    Type: Single Cask Islay Malt Whisky
    Age: 14 years
    ABV: 53.2%
    Size: 70 CL
    Cask Type: Refill hogshead, cask ref DL14032
    Distilled: 11/2005
    Bottled: 04/2020
    Number of Bottles: 325 bottles
    Non-chill Filtered: Yes
    Natural Colour: Yes

    Flavour Profile

    Smoky · Complex · Cask strength · Balanced

    Investment Potential

    Medium. As a discontinued single cask from Douglas Laing's Old Particular series with only 325 bottles, it is attractive to collectors of independent Islay bottlings.

    Did You Know?

    Douglas Laing's Old Particular series is named after a Victorian term for specially selected sherry, a nod to the series' focus on quality over quantity.

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    • 159,50
      1pcs.
      138,75EUR
  • Teaninich 1975 from Douglas Laing The Black Series, 45 year old single cask
    Item no.: 22255544447-66321

    Forty-five years in the dark. Distilled in 1975, long before most of us tasted our first whisky, and only bottled in 2020 - this Teaninich is a piece of liquid Scottish history.

    Expert description

    Teaninich The Black Series 1975 from Xtra Old Particular is a 45 year old Single Highland Malt Whisky at 41.6%, bottled from a single cask by Scottish independent bottler Douglas Laing.

    The Black Series is part of Douglas Laing's Xtra Old Particular range, reserved for whiskies over 30 years old, where each cask is personally selected by Fred and Cara Laing. This Teaninich matured in a refill hogshead (Douglas Laing ref: 14547) for nearly half a century, giving the whisky a rare depth and maturity.

    Distilled in November 1975 and bottled in November 2020, the whisky is non-chill filtered and naturally coloured. Only 142 bottles of this edition were released worldwide.

    Tasting notes

    Nose

    Old oak and beeswax, with underlying notes of dried apricot and a distant hint of cigar box.

    Palate

    Delicate and silky despite its age, with notes of honey, sandalwood and a subtle spice garden of clove and nutmeg.

    Finish

    Very long, dry and elegant, closing on a note of old leather and a faint whisper of smoke from the cask wood.

    Specifications

    Name: Teaninich The Black Series 1975 Xtra Old Particular
    Distillery: Teaninich
    Bottler: Douglas Laing - Xtra Old Particular
    Region/Country: Highland, Scotland
    Type: Single Highland Malt Whisky
    Age: 45 years
    ABV: 41.6%
    Size: 70 CL
    Cask type: Refill Hogshead / DL ref. 14547
    Non-chill filtered: Yes
    Natural colour: Yes
    Distilled: November 1975
    Bottled: November 2020
    Number of bottles: 142
    Edition: The Black Series / Xtra Old Particular

    Flavour profile

    old and elegant · honeyed · oak-driven

    Investment potential

    With only 142 bottles worldwide, an age of 45 years and spirit from an era no longer available from Teaninich, this release ranks among the rarest independent Teaninich bottlings ever produced, giving it high investment potential for the serious collector.

    Did you know?

    Douglas Laing's Xtra Old Particular range, recognisable by its black label, is reserved for whiskies of at least 30 years of age, with each cask personally selected by siblings Fred and Cara Laing, who took over the family business in 2013.

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    • 1.273,25
      1pcs.
      1.107,75EUR
  • The Epicurean Douglas Laing Lowland blended malt whisky bottle
    Item no.: 22227865468-600

    A cheeky chappy from 1930s Glasgow lives on in a glass. Citrus, caramel and exotic fruit dance through this light Lowland blend.

    Expert description

    The Epicurean is a Lowland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky, assembled by the Scottish bottler Douglas Laing purely from malt whisky sourced from several Lowland distilleries and bottled at 46.2% ABV.

    The concept behind The Epicurean tells the story of a fictional 1930s Glasgow man, a real cheeky chappy and true connoisseur who valued good company as much as good taste, a spirit reflected in the blend's accessible, charming style.

    The whisky belongs to Douglas Laing's series of "Remarkable Regional Malts", each representing a Scottish region, and The Epicurean is the house's take on the best of the Lowlands.

    Tasting notes

    Nose

    Barley-rich, citrus-fresh notes with a touch of florals and herbs.

    Palate

    Sweet sugar, burnt citrus peel, mixed spice and ripe peaches.

    Finish

    Medium, gently sweet and light, with a closing hint of honey.

    Specifications

    Name: The Epicurean
    Bottler: Douglas Laing
    Region/Country: Lowlands, Scotland
    Type: Lowland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
    ABV: 46.2%
    Size: 70 CL
    Non-chill filtered: Yes
    Natural colour: Yes
    EAN: 5014218794540

    Flavour profile

    Citrus · Caramel · Exotic fruit

    Did you know?

    Douglas Laing named each of its "Remarkable Regional Malts" after a Scottish personality type, and The Epicurean represents precisely the connoisseur who loves fine food and drink.

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    • 53,50
      1pcs.
      46,50EUR
  • The Epicurean Glasgow Edition cask strength whisky bottle
    Item no.: 2222786546899-999875

    With no water between itself and the cask, this edition of the Glasgow spirit stands razor-sharp and unfiltered, ready to be tamed with a few drops of water.

    Expert description

    The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is a Lowland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky from Douglas Laing, bottled in limited numbers and at full cask strength, 56.8% ABV, without dilution before bottling.

    Like the house's other Epicurean expressions, this is a tribute to Glasgow and built on a marriage of Single Malts from several Lowland distilleries, but here without the smoothing a normal reduction to drinking strength would provide.

    Due to the high strength, we recommend adding a few drops of water, which opens up the characteristic citrus and caramel notes Epicurean is known for.

    Tasting notes

    Nose

    Intense citrus peel, warm caramel and a tangy hint of green apple, concentrated by the high strength.

    Palate

    Powerful, with burnt sugar, exotic fruit and a peppery spice that softens with a few drops of water.

    Finish

    Long, warm and lightly bitter, with a closing sweetness of honey.

    Specifications

    Name: The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
    Bottler: Douglas Laing
    Region/Country: Lowlands, Scotland
    Type: Lowland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
    ABV: 56.8%
    Size: 70 CL
    Non-chill filtered: Yes
    Natural colour: Yes
    Edition: Glasgow Edition, cask strength

    Flavour profile

    Cask strength · Citrus · Caramel

    Did you know?

    Because this edition is bottled at full cask strength without dilution, you can adjust the strength and flavour yourself with water and experience how the whisky changes character drop by drop.

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    • 60,25
      1pcs.
      52,25EUR
  • The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Ex-Cuvee Cask Finish whisky bottle
    Item no.: 059763-615-95

    Glasgow's restless energy is poured into a glass. This edition celebrates the city with a finish that leaves a sparkling, tangy touch of cuvée wine.

    Expert description

    The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Ex-Cuvée Cask Finish is a Lowland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky from Douglas Laing, finished in Ex-Cuvée casks and bottled at 50.4% ABV.

    The "Glasgow Edition" is a tribute to the city The Epicurean calls home, created as a marriage of some of the finest Single Malts from the Scottish Lowlands, assembled to capture the city's friendly and energetic spirit.

    The Ex-Cuvée casks previously held cuvée wine, adding a lightly tangy, winey character to the blend that sets it apart from the house's other Epicurean expressions.

    5,100 bottles of this edition were produced, with no added colouring and no chill filtration.

    Tasting notes

    Nose

    Crisp apple, white flowers and a hint of ripe pear, lifted by a light, sparkling tanginess.

    Palate

    Citrus fruit, toasted almond and a fine winey sweetness that ties the blend together.

    Finish

    Medium, dry and refreshing, with a last hint of apple skin.

    Specifications

    Name: The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Ex-Cuvée Cask Finish
    Bottler: Douglas Laing
    Region/Country: Lowlands, Scotland
    Type: Lowland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
    Cask type: Ex-Cuvée Cask Finish
    ABV: 50.4%
    Size: 70 CL
    Non-chill filtered: Yes
    Natural colour: Yes
    Number of bottles: 5,100
    Edition: Glasgow Edition
    EAN: 5014218827934

    Flavour profile

    Winey tang · Apple · Citrus

    Did you know?

    Cuvée casks are typically used to age quality wine blended from multiple grape varieties, and when reused for whisky they often add a light, tangy, faintly sparkling character.

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    • 80,25
      1pcs.
      69,75EUR
  • Bottle of The Gauldrons Batch 1 from Douglas Laing in Campbeltown
    Item no.: 22227865434-9001

    The first release in a new range is always something of a milestone. The Gauldrons Batch 1 was Douglas Laing's first attempt at gathering Campbeltown's character into a single, accessible bottle.

    Expert Description

    The Gauldrons Batch 1 is a Campbeltown Blended Malt Scotch Whisky composed of single malt from the region's distilleries and bottled at 46.2%.

    As the very first release in The Gauldrons range, Batch 1 set the tone for what has since become a staple in Douglas Laing's line-up: a maritime, honeyed blend bottled without added colour or chill filtration, in smaller batches to preserve variation and character from cask to cask.

    Tasting Notes

    Nose

    Honey and sea air meet crisp apples and a hint of spiced oak.

    Palate

    Maritime and round, with a clear saline edge and an underlying sweetness that holds balance throughout.

    Finish

    Long and salty, with a lightly spiced close that builds on the nose's honey notes.

    Specifications

    Name: The Gauldrons Batch 1
    Bottler: Douglas Laing
    Region/Country: Campbeltown, Scotland
    Type: Campbeltown Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
    ABV: 46.2%
    Size: 70 CL
    Non-chill filtered: Yes
    Natural colour: Yes
    Edition: Batch 1
    EAN no.: 5014218803129

    Flavour Profile

    Maritime · Spicy · Fruity

    Did You Know?

    The Gauldrons Batch 1 was the very first release in the range and laid the groundwork for Douglas Laing's continued work of gathering Campbeltown's three distilleries into one shared blend.

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    • 93,75
      1pcs.
      81,50EUR
  • The Gauldrons Batch 2 Campbeltown blended malt whisky bottle
    Item no.: 22234-9045

    The bay of storms has lent its name to this whisky. Sea air, seaweed and a touch of honey meet in a glass from Campbeltown.

    Expert description

    The Gauldrons Batch 2 is a Campbeltown Blended Malt Scotch Whisky from Douglas Laing, assembled purely from malt whisky sourced from Campbeltown distilleries and bottled at 46.2% ABV.

    The name Gauldrons refers to the dark, storm-battered coves on Campbeltown's west shores, whose name roughly translates to "bay of storms", and the bottle's spiderweb design nods to the legend of Robert the Bruce, who after a defeat was inspired to keep fighting by a spider building its web in this very bay.

    Batch 2 is the second release in the series and, like the first, is bottled in small batches with no added colouring and no chill filtration, preserving the whisky's raw, maritime character.

    Douglas Laing was founded in 1948 by Fred Douglas Laing and is today carried on by the third generation of the family, with Cara Laing a central figure following a split of the company in 2013.

    Tasting notes

    Nose

    Crisp sea air, gentle smoke and Manuka honey, spiced with a hint of dried seaweed.

    Palate

    Maritime character that shifts into sweet shortbread, dry oak and gristy cereal notes.

    Finish

    Distinctly spicy, with puffs of smoke, Madagascan vanilla and cinnamon pancakes.

    Specifications

    Name: The Gauldrons Batch 2
    Bottler: Douglas Laing
    Region/Country: Campbeltown, Scotland
    Type: Campbeltown Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
    ABV: 46.2%
    Size: 70 CL
    Non-chill filtered: Yes
    Natural colour: Yes
    Edition: Batch 2

    Flavour profile

    Maritime salt · Honey · Smoke

    Did you know?

    According to local legend, Robert the Bruce, after being defeated by his enemies, was inspired to keep fighting when he saw a spider building its web again and again in this very bay.

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    • 80,25
      1pcs.
      69,75EUR
  • The Gauldrons Batch 5 Campbeltown Blended Malt Whisky
    Item no.: 22234-9046

    Sea spray and heather drift together in a glass from Campbeltown's quiet coastline. The Gauldrons Batch 5 speaks for a whisky region that once ruled Scotland's distilling scene and today counts only a handful of working distilleries.

    Expert description

    The Gauldrons Batch 5 is a Campbeltown Blended Malt Scotch Whisky bottled at 46.2% ABV, assembled by independent whisky merchant Douglas Laing from selected malt whiskies distilled in the Campbeltown area.

    The series takes its name from The Gauldrons, a rocky shoreline near Campbeltown, and each batch brings together the best of the region's spirit in a fresh, limited release. Batch 5 is the fifth edition in the line, and as with previous batches the exact composition shifts as new casks are selected.

    The casks chosen for the blend are picked specifically to highlight Campbeltown's classic maritime style, where sea air and coastal maturation leave a clear mark on the whisky.

    Tasting notes

    Nose

    Fresh sea air and a touch of seaweed meet sweet honey and a light streak of vanilla cream.

    Palate

    Round and salty with honeyed sweetness, soft malt and a gentle smoky undertone that adds depth without taking over.

    Finish

    Long and salty, with lingering honey sweetness that slowly gives way to dry cereal notes.

    Specifications

    Name: The Gauldrons Batch 5
    Bottler: Douglas Laing
    Region/Country: Campbeltown, Scotland
    Type: Campbeltown Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
    Age: NA
    ABV: 46.2%
    Size: 70 CL
    Edition: Batch 5

    Flavour profile

    Maritime · Honey · Salt

    Did you know?

    Campbeltown was once home to more than 30 distilleries and was known as the whisky capital of the world, yet today only three remain, which makes any Campbeltown Blended Malt a genuine rarity on the shelf.

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    • 67,00
      1pcs.
      58,25EUR
  • Timorous Beastie 25 år Douglas Laing Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky bottle from Douglas Laing
    Item no.: 22227865468-18700

    Robert Burns wrote of the small, timid field mouse. Douglas Laing's version of the beastie is anything but timid – 25 years have given it both teeth and temper.

    Expert's description

    Timorous Beastie 25 år Douglas Laing Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 46,8% is a Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky matured in American oak and sherry casks and bottled at 46,8%.

    This 25-year-old expression is one of the oldest releases ever in the Timorous Beastie range, composed of selected Highland single malts matured on a combination of oak casks.

    Tasting Notes

    Nose

    Honey, dried apricot and a touch of old leather.

    Palate

    Spiced raisin sweetness, caramel and toasted oak.

    Finish

    Long, dry and lightly smoky.

    Specifications

    Name: Timorous Beastie 25 år Douglas Laing Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 46,8%
    Bottler: Douglas Laing
    Region/Country: Highland
    Type: Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
    Age: 25 Years
    ABV: 46,8%
    Size: 70 CL
    Cask type: American oak and sherry casks
    Non-chill filtered: Yes
    Natural colour: Yes
    Number of bottles: 1,600
    Edition: Limited Edition

    Flavour Profile

    Sherry-matured · Spiced · Fresh

    Did you know?

    Douglas Laing never reveals the distillery behind Timorous Beastie – the philosophy is that the whisky should speak for itself, regardless of which Highland distillery the malt comes from.

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    • 214,25
      1pcs.
      186,50EUR
  • Timorous Beastie Douglas Laing Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky bottle from Douglas Laing
    Item no.: 22227865468-223

    There is a mouse in Scottish literature that still makes people jump. Douglas Laing has given it four legs, a bottle and a bite that is impossible to mistake.

    Expert's description

    Timorous Beastie Douglas Laing Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 46,8% is a Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky matured in American oak and sherry casks and bottled at 46,8%.

    This small batch expression is composed of Highland malts from several well-known distilleries and bottled at 46.8% without chill filtration or added colour.

    Tasting Notes

    Nose

    Very sweet with spiced honey notes.

    Palate

    Spiced with raisins, caramel and sugar.

    Finish

    Sweet with camphor drops and meringue.

    Specifications

    Name: Timorous Beastie Douglas Laing Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 46,8%
    Bottler: Douglas Laing
    Region/Country: Highland
    Type: Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
    ABV: 46,8%
    Size: 70 CL
    Cask type: American oak and sherry casks
    Non-chill filtered: Yes
    Natural colour: Yes
    Edition: Small Batch Release
    EAN no.: 5014218794540

    Flavour Profile

    Sherry-matured · Spiced · Fresh

    Did you know?

    The malt in Timorous Beastie originates from several named Highland distilleries, including Glen Garioch, Dalmore and Glengoyne, though the official source is never mentioned on the label.

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    • 67,00
      1pcs.
      58,25EUR
  • Timorous Beastie Madeira Edition The Cheese Collection no 2 Blended Malt Scotch bottle from Douglas Laing
    Item no.: 053333-7413

    Douglas Laing's mouse has crept up on a cheese board this time. The Madeira casks give the beastie a sweetness built to meet a sharp cheddar or a ripe brie.

    Expert's description

    Timorous Beastie Madeira Edition The Cheese Collection no 2 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 48% is a Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky matured in bourbon casks finished in selected Madeira casks and bottled at 48%.

    Only 5,000 bottles of this Madeira-finished expression were filled, where the classic Highland malt spent several months in selected Madeira casks.

    Tasting Notes

    Nose

    Ripe orchard fruit, honeyed sweetness, roasted almonds and a light floral scent.

    Palate

    Toffee, caramelised apples and juicy plums with a mild spiced tone.

    Finish

    Sweet vanilla, orange marmalade and a warm, satisfying finish.

    Specifications

    Name: Timorous Beastie Madeira Edition The Cheese Collection no 2 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 48%
    Bottler: Douglas Laing
    Region/Country: Highland
    Type: Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
    ABV: 48%
    Size: 70 CL
    Cask type: bourbon casks finished in selected Madeira casks
    Non-chill filtered: Yes
    Natural colour: Yes
    Number of bottles: 5,000
    Edition: Limited Edition – The Cheese Collection #2
    EAN no.: 5014218830040

    Flavour Profile

    Wine-toned · Spiced · Fresh

    Did you know?

    The Cheese Collection is a series from Douglas Laing where each whisky is finished with a specific cheese pairing in mind – this expression is number two in the line-up.

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    • 80,25
      1pcs.
      69,75EUR
  • Timorous Beastie Meet The Beast 13 år Douglas Laing Highland Blended Malt bottle from Douglas Laing
    Item no.: 22227865479-1106-197280260

    Meet the beast behind the mouse. Meet The Beast is Douglas Laing's rawer take on Timorous Beastie, where cask strength sets the pace and spice runs free.

    Expert's description

    Timorous Beastie Meet The Beast 13 år Douglas Laing Highland Blended Malt Whisky 52,5% is a Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky matured in single cask single malts from the Highland region and bottled at 52,5%.

    With only 3,000 bottles filled, this 13-year-old Meet The Beast is one of the rarer expressions in Douglas Laing's Timorous Beastie family.

    Tasting Notes

    Nose

    Spiced oak with a touch of dried fruit.

    Palate

    Rich spice and a distinct cask strength that fills the mouth.

    Finish

    Warm and persistent with late sweetness.

    Specifications

    Name: Timorous Beastie Meet The Beast 13 år Douglas Laing Highland Blended Malt Whisky 52,5%
    Bottler: Douglas Laing
    Region/Country: Highland
    Type: Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
    Age: 13 Years
    ABV: 52,5%
    Size: 70 CL
    Cask type: single cask single malts from the Highland region
    Non-chill filtered: Yes
    Natural colour: Yes
    Number of bottles: 3,000
    Edition: Limited Edition – Meet The Beast
    EAN no.: 5014218821963

    Flavour Profile

    Round · Spiced · Rich

    Did you know?

    Meet The Beast is composed entirely of single cask single malts from the Highland region and bottled without chill filtration at a robust cask strength of 52.5%.

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    • 87,00
      1pcs.
      75,75EUR
  • Timorous Beastie Meet The Beast Douglas Laing Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky bottle from Douglas Laing
    Item no.: 059763-615-192

    No age statement, no apologies. This expression of Meet The Beast is turned up to natural cask strength, where the bourbon casks have supplied all the sweetness the beastie needs.

    Expert's description

    Timorous Beastie Meet The Beast Douglas Laing Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 54,3% is a Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky matured in exclusively bourbon casks and bottled at 54,3%.

    The name Meet The Beast is Douglas Laing's way of signalling that this expression is more uncompromising than the classic Timorous Beastie in the regular range.

    Tasting Notes

    Nose

    Sweet vanilla and toasted oak at natural cask strength.

    Palate

    Intense and spiced with a solid malt foundation.

    Finish

    Long, warm and lightly peppery.

    Specifications

    Name: Timorous Beastie Meet The Beast Douglas Laing Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 54,3%
    Bottler: Douglas Laing
    Region/Country: Highland
    Type: Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
    ABV: 54,3%
    Size: 70 CL
    Cask type: exclusively bourbon casks
    Non-chill filtered: Yes
    Natural colour: Yes
    Edition: Limited Edition – Meet The Beast
    EAN no.: 5014218827972

    Flavour Profile

    Round · Spiced · Rich

    Did you know?

    Meet The Beast is matured exclusively in bourbon casks and bottled without adjusting the strength – a natural cask strength of 54.3% that shows the Highland malt in full force.

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    • 80,25
      1pcs.
      69,75EUR
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About Douglas Laing Whisky

Douglas Laing & Co. is one of Scotland's few remaining family-owned whisky merchant firms, known for chasing substance over show. The company bottles everything from rare single cask releases to the beloved regional blended malts in the Remarkable Regional Malts series, and what unites it all is the principle of no chill filtration and no added colour, so the whisky stays true to its origin. For collectors, the Old Particular series with its scarce single-cask releases from rare distilleries is a constant draw, while beginners often find their way in through the more accessible Big Peat or Scallywag.

History & background

The company was founded in 1948 by Fred Douglas Laing and is today run by the third generation, Fred Jr. and his daughter Cara Laing (now Leggat). Over more than 75 years the family has built its reputation by sticking to the same core philosophy: delivering the most special, quality-driven Scotch whisky experience, often sourced from small, overlooked parcels of single malt and single grain. The family's third generation has continued the tradition of personally selected casks while expanding the business internationally.

Production & style

Douglas Laing doesn't distil itself but selects and matures casks from distilleries across Scotland, deliberately skipping chill filtration and added colour to preserve the most natural flavour profile. The regional series, Remarkable Regional Malts, deliberately blends whisky from several distilleries within the same region to capture that region's character, while Old Particular sticks to single casks.

Signature style

Unfiltered, Regional, Authentic
From Big Peat's smoky Islay character to Scallywag's soft Speyside sweetness, each series reflects its region's natural expression.

Facts

BottlerDouglas Laing & Co.
Founded1948
PronouncedDUG-las LÆNG
CountryScotland
OwnerFamily-owned
Known seriesOld Particular, Remarkable Regional Malts (Big Peat, Scallywag, Timorous Beastie)
Cask policyRegional vatted malts, mainly refill casks
FounderFred Douglas Laing
Official websitedouglaslaing.com

Did you know?

Douglas Laing is now in its third generation of family ownership, and Cara Laing helped develop Big Peat, one of the firm's best-selling series globally, while still in her twenties.

If you like Douglas Laing Whisky, you should also try:

Signatory Vintage, Adelphi and Hunter Laing.