Douglas Laing Old Particular The Epicurean's Finest 2013 10 Year Old #18189 500ml

Douglas Laing Old Particular The Epicurean's Finest 2013 10 Year Old #18189 was distilled in 2013 and independently bottled by Douglas Laing in 2023 as part of its Old Particular collection. Matured for a decade in a single refill hogshead, it showcases the region's delicate character with notes of creamy cereal, fresh herbs, fruity confectionery and warming spices. Bottled at 48.4% ABV without chill filtration or added colouring, this expression offers an elegant balance of sweetness, freshness and gentle oak influence, with only 595 bottles produced.

Food Pairing: Buttery shortbread, lemon drizzle cake, roasted almonds, mild cheddar, vanilla pastries or poached pears.

Tasting Notes: Creamy malt, fresh herbs, fruity sweets, vanilla, liquorice and cinnamon, balanced by gentle oak spice.

Nose: Soft cereal aromas, fresh herbs, vanilla and delicate orchard fruit.

Palate: Creamy and malt-forward, with fruity confectionery, vanilla sweetness, liquorice and warming cinnamon.

Finish: Smooth and gently warming, with lingering malt sweetness, herbal freshness and subtle oak spice.

Serve: Enjoy neat in a Glencairn glass or add a few drops of water to reveal its delicate fruit and herbal character.