Scallywag The Winter Edition 2024 Orange Wine Cask Douglas Laing Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 53,9%

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Scallywag The Winter Edition 2024 Orange Wine Cask Douglas Laing Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 53,9%

What is special about Winter Edition 2024?

It is the first Winter Edition finished in orange wine casks instead of pure sherry, giving it a more citrus-driven profile.

What is orange wine?

Orange wine is white wine fermented with the skins on, giving it a deeper colour and a more wine-like, tannic character.

Is it worth trying for sherry lovers?

Yes, it retains classic Speyside sweetness but adds a fresh citrus twist that sets it apart from previous years' editions.

Is it chill filtered?

No, it is neither chill filtered nor artificially coloured.

Does it pair well with Christmas food?

Yes, the orange and spice notes pair nicely with traditional Christmas flavours like orange, cinnamon and clove.

How does this edition differ from earlier Winter Editions?

Earlier editions used sherry casks, while this is the first with orange wine casks as the finish.