Douglas Laing Old Particular Fettercairn 2009 12 Year Old #DL15247

Douglas Laing Old Particular Fettercairn 2009 12 Year Old #DL15247 was distilled at Fettercairn in February 2009 and independently bottled by Douglas Laing in August 2021 as part of its Old Particular collection. Matured for 12 years in a single refill hogshead, it offers a beautifully balanced profile of floral honey, creamy vanilla, toasted almonds and soft orchard fruits, complemented by gentle baking spices and rich malt sweetness. Bottled at 48.4% ABV without chill filtration or added colouring, this expression is limited to just 344 bottles.

Food Pairing: Roasted almonds, honey-glazed chicken, aged Gouda, buttery shortbread, vanilla crème brûlée or apple tart.

Tasting Notes: Floral honey, creamy vanilla, toasted nuts, soft orchard fruits, buttery toffee and warming baking spices.

Nose: Delicate floral barley, honeyed sweetness, aromatic baking spices and toasted nuts.

Palate: Smooth and rounded, with sweet toffee, soft fruits, roasted almonds, rich vanilla and biscuit-like malt.

Finish: Lingering honey sweetness, fresh grassy notes and gentle warming spices.

Serve: Enjoy neat in a Glencairn glass to appreciate its delicate aromas, or add a few drops of water to explore its sweeter malt and fruit notes.