Scallywag The Winter Edition 2023 Douglas Laing Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 52.5%

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Scallywag The Winter Edition 2023 Douglas Laing Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 52,5%

What defines Scallywag The Winter Edition 2023?

It is a fully sherry-matured Speyside blended malt from Douglas Laing, bottled at 52.5% with a run of 6,000 bottles.

What does the whisky taste like?

It offers raisins, toasted nuts and a full sherry sweetness with a warm, spiced finish.

Is it worth collecting?

The Winter Edition series is an annual Douglas Laing tradition, and previous years' releases typically gain collector interest once discontinued.

Can water be added?

Yes, a few drops of water can open up the aromas further in a whisky of this strength.

Does it make a good gift?

Yes, the striking tin with the northern lights design makes it a natural winter gift for whisky enthusiasts.

What is the difference between Winter Edition and Chocolate Edition from Scallywag?

Winter Edition is fully sherry-matured and bottled at a higher strength, while Chocolate Edition is often finished on a secondary cask such as port or sherry at a lower strength.