Scallywag Douglas Laing Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 46%

The core of Douglas Laing's Speyside range is a sherry-driven blend with a badger for a mascot and a cheerfully irreverent style.

Expert Review

Scallywag Douglas Laing Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 46% is a Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky matured in sherry casks and bottled at 46% ABV.

Scallywag is a Scotch whisky with an aromatic flavour of oak, vanilla and a sherry finish. Scallywag Whisky blends several Speyside malts, all matured or finished in sherry casks, giving the range its rich, sweet signature style.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose is sweet with raisin, caramel and a lightly spiced oak.

Palate

The palate is soft with sherry sweetness, dried fruit and a mild spiciness.

Finish

The finish is medium-long and sweet, with lingering sherry.

Specifications

Name: Scallywag Douglas Laing Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 46%
Distillery: Scallywag
Bottler: Douglas Laing
Region: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask Type: sherry casks
EAN No.: 5014218796490

Flavour Profile

Sherry-matured · Sweet · Approachable

Did You Know?

Scallywag was launched by Douglas Laing as part of a series of characterful blends, where each bottle has its own animal mascot, from Big Peat to Rock Oyster.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Scallywag Douglas Laing Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 46%

What does Scallywag Douglas Laing Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 46% taste like?

Scallywag Douglas Laing Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 46% offers a layered flavour profile – see the full tasting notes above for nose, palate and finish.

Should Scallywag Douglas Laing Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 46% be enjoyed neat or with water?

Both work well. Neat shows the whisky's full strength, while a few drops of water can open up the aromas further, especially at 46% ABV.

Which glass suits Scallywag Douglas Laing Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 46% best?

A tulip-shaped nosing glass gathers the aromas best and gives the most precise experience of both nose and palate.

Is Scallywag Douglas Laing Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 46% a good gift idea?

Yes, especially for an enthusiast or collector who appreciates cask type, history and character over the ordinary.

How should Scallywag Douglas Laing Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 46% be stored?

Upright, cool and dark, away from direct sunlight and temperature swings. Unopened, the whisky keeps for years.

What defines whisky from Scallywag?

Scallywag is known for a style that comes through clearly in Scallywag Douglas Laing Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 46%, with a character that sets it apart from other Scottish distilleries.

Can Scallywag Douglas Laing Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 46% be used in cocktails?

It can certainly work in a simple Old Fashioned, but it is best enjoyed neat first, to show its full character.