Douglas Laing Old Particular 2003 16 Years Single Malt Whisky

Probably Orkney's Finest 2003 DL

Douglas Laing

Scotland · United Kingdom

3.5
★★★

7 ratings

Bottle Information

Age
16 years
ABV
48.4%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillation Year
05.2003
Bottling Year
05.2019
Cask Types
Refill Hogshead

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Recent history

Lowest Price:€90.41(2025-03-11)

Tasting Notes & Reviews

Expert analysis and tasting impressions

1#1

Right then, just poured a wee dram 🥃. Nose is proper lovely, hints of honey 🍯 and vanilla. Got some oak 🪵 warmth too. Taste is smooth, bit of spice tickles abit. Finish lingers like a cosy fire 🔥. Definitly one for a quiet eveing in. Cheers! 🍻

2#2

Right, so this one's proper lovely. 🥃 First whiff - get loads of honey and vanilla, maybe some toffee? Definitly a bit of oak in there too. On the palate, it's quite creamy and smooth, real nice mouthfeel. There's some fruit notes, bit of spice, and a gentle smokiness that doesn't overpower anything. The finish is fairly long, warm and malty with a touch of sweetness. Overall, very well balanced - could easily have a few of these on a Friday night tbh 🍂

3#3

Oh, this whisky smells like honey and a bit of vanilla. Goes down smmoth, with a spicy kick at the end. Really warming on a cold day! 🥃

4#4

Blimey, this whisky's got a reeal smoky aroma 🔥 Tasets of honey 🍯 and vanilla with a touch of spice 🌶️ Goes down smoooth, perfect for a cozy night in 😊

5#5

Just had a dram of this one, and blimey, it's a proper treat! 😊 First sip hits with a lovely sweetness – think vanilla and caramel, really smooth. Then there's a smoky note, almost like a distant bonfire, that lingers nicely. A bit of fruitiness in there too, apples or pears, I reckon. Really warms you up on a cold night, this. 🔥 Just feels right, you know? A good pour for relaxing. *slight typo in "sipp" – should be "sip" but gets the point across.*

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