The Gauldrons Cask Strength Campbeltown Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 53,4%

Without any water added, The Gauldrons shows its most intense side - a cask strength edition that gathers Campbeltown's character with nothing filtered between cask and glass.

Expert Description

The Gauldrons Cask Strength is a Campbeltown Blended Malt Scotch Whisky composed of single malt from the region's distilleries and bottled at cask strength, 53.4%.

As the cask strength edition in Douglas Laing's The Gauldrons range, this whisky is produced in a limited run of 3,120 bottles, offering a well-balanced, smoky and sweet character lifted by the high strength. The label glows in the dark, a small extra detail underlining the range's playful take on Campbeltown's heavy heritage.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Bold smoke meets salted caramel and a hint of dried fruit.

Palate

Full and intense, with smoke and spice kept in check by an underlying sweetness.

Finish

Long and warming, with a lingering smoke that slowly gives way to a dry, salty close.

Specifications

Name: The Gauldrons Cask Strength
Bottler: Douglas Laing
Region/Country: Campbeltown, Scotland
Type: Campbeltown Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 53.4%
Size: 70 CL
Number of bottles: 3,120
Edition: Limited Edition

Flavour Profile

Peated · Cask strength · Spicy · Maritime

Did You Know?

The label on The Gauldrons Cask Strength glows in the dark - a detail that gives the bottle a distinct look on bar shelves and in whisky collections.

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Gauldrons Cask Strength

What does Cask Strength mean on a whisky label?

It means the whisky is bottled straight from the cask without the addition of water, giving a higher and more intense alcohol strength.

Is The Gauldrons Cask Strength worth it?

Yes - the cask strength delivers an intensity not found in the standard Gauldrons editions, and the run is limited to 3,120 bottles.

Should water be added to The Gauldrons Cask Strength?

It can help. A few drops of water tame the strength and open up more layers in the smoke and sweetness.

Why does the label glow in the dark?

It is a deliberate design choice from Douglas Laing, giving the range a playful and recognisable look on the shelf.

Which glass suits The Gauldrons Cask Strength best?

A Glencairn whisky glass gives both smoke and sweetness room to unfold.

How many bottles were released of The Gauldrons Cask Strength?

A total of 3,120 bottles were released of this cask strength edition.