Douglas Laing Old Particular 2003 16 Years Single Malt Whisky

Probably Orkney's Finest 2003 DL

Douglas Laing

Scotland · United Kingdom

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Whisky 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

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Greg Cooper

Greg Cooper

May 25, 2026, 11:10:58

Right, so this one’s got a tad more approachable feel right off—proper malty backbone but there’s something that elevates it above its sibling cask a notch, y’know? Nose is wonderfully rich and textured, lovely consistency with the palate too. biscuity. Like walking into a bakery that also happens to be storing straw and fresh linens. Globally more rounded and sweeter nose, lemony but not sharp, more like lemon barley water with a yeasty, light mineral tang underneath. The palate’s got that same malty sinew, maybe a faint fabric note? Like clean cotton with some seasonings sprinkled in. Almost a whisper of old-fashioned medical qualities—herbal, slightly antiseptic, like a bouquet garni steeping away. Then that autolytic richness rolls in, doughy and savoury, ties everything together nicely. 🍋🌾 Properly moreish.

Patrick Scott

Patrick Scott

May 21, 2026, 04:40:48

Warm and mellow, with a bit of vanilla, oak and gentle spice. Feels cosy, slightly sweet, then a dry wee finish. Quite easy to sip 🥃

Carole Williams

Carole Williams

May 15, 2026, 09:39:07

Lovely warm dram 🥃 Bit of honey, soft oak, dried fruit and a wee peppery kick. Feels cosy, smooth-ish, with a gentle smoky finish. Nice for a quiet evening.

Hannah Anderson

Hannah Anderson

May 12, 2026, 10:20:52

Just had a dram, proper lovely. 🍯 Got that honey sweetness first, then a bit of vanilla and... oaky? Like a stroll in autumn woods. 🌳 Finish is warm, a bit spicy too. Felt like a hug from the inside. Not too heavy, just right. 👍 Might have a nother sip now...

Zoe Reid

Zoe Reid

May 11, 2026, 16:11:39

Oh blimey, this one's a proper treat! 🍂 Sort of like a warm cuppa tea with a dash of milky sweetness. Got some fruity bits, maybe apples or pears, and a gentle smokiness at the finish. Makes me think of a cozy night by the fire. Cheers! 🥃 (The "art" in it is subtle but lovely, really – like a quiet masterpiece in a glass.) 👍

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