Linkwood 2012/2021 Douglas Laing Provenance 8 years old Single Speyside Malt Whisky 70 cl 46%

Douglas Laing's Provenance series is designed as an honest, unfiltered taste of a distillery — no dressing up, just character.

Expert's Description

Strathmill 2012/2021 Douglas Laing Provenance is a Single Speyside Malt Whisky, distilled in September 2012 and bottled in March 2021 after 8 years of maturation at 46%.

With 445 bottles, this young, independent bottling offers a fresh, direct look at Strathmill's character, neither chill filtered nor coloured.

Tasting Notes

Nose

A warm and spiced aroma with notes of lemon.

Palate

Filled with honey, supported by malt, charred oak and spice.

Finish

A long finish with lingering vanilla notes.

Specifications

Name: Strathmill 2012/2021
Distillery: Strathmill
Bottler: Provenance series from Douglas Laing
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Single Speyside Malt Whisky
Age: 8 years
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Distilled: September 2012
Bottled: March 2021
Number of Bottles: 445 bottles
Non-chill Filtered: Yes
Natural Colour: Yes

Flavour Profile

Young · Citrus-fresh · Spiced · Honeyed

Did You Know?

Douglas Laing's Provenance series is designed for younger whisky, typically under 10 years, focused on showing a distillery's clean character without heavy cask influence.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Strathmill 2012/2021 Douglas Laing Provenance 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 70 cl 46%

What is Douglas Laing's Provenance series?

It is a series focused on younger whisky, typically under 10 years old, with an emphasis on the distillery's clean character.

What does Strathmill 2012/2021 taste like?

It offers lemon, honey, malt and a long finish with vanilla notes.

Is it worth it as a young Strathmill?

Yes, it offers a fresh, direct taste of the distillery at a more accessible age than the older Signatory releases.

Is the whisky chill filtered?

No, it is neither chill filtered nor coloured.

How many bottles were produced?

445 bottles.

What defines Douglas Laing's Provenance style?

The series emphasises honest, unfiltered tasting without long maturation or complex cask finishing.