Salt air. Sea spray. Smoke from distant driftwood fires. Rock Island 21 Year Old is an ode to Scotland’s rugged coastlines, aged to elegant complexity. A blend of single malts from Islay, Jura, Arran, and Orkney, this 21 year old maritime masterpiece is bottled with power, purity, and soul.

Douglas Laing – Rock Island 21 Year Old Whisky 70cl
Brand: Douglas Laing | Category: Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 46.8% | Origin: Islands of Scotland | Vol: 700ml

Tasting Profile
Nose: Briny ocean breeze, soft smoke, lemon peel, and salted caramel, like walking a windswept beach with a flask of aged malt.
Palate: Rounded and maritime. Sweet peat, honeyed malt, sea salt, grilled pineapple, and coastal herbs layered over waxy oak.
Finish: Long and mellow. Smoked seaweed, oak spice, and citrus oils roll in gently and stay awhile.

Production Details
Aged for 21 years in select oak casks and bottled without chill filtration or added color. Rock Island blends single malts from several island distilleries, including hidden gems from Islay and Orkney, to create a whisky that embodies the salty, smoky beauty of Scotland’s coastal regions.

Perfect For
Sipping by the shore, or dreaming of it. Ideal for peat fans who crave balance, complexity, and elegance in their smoke. A standout dram for seafood pairings or meditative evenings.

Expert Notes
Critically acclaimed for its maritime character and finesse, Rock Island 21 is often called “an island lover’s dream.” Aged longer and blended with precision, it offers a refined take on the bold flavors of the sea.

Customer Reviews
“Peat, salt, and subtle fruit, so well balanced. A coastal classic.”   Eric D., BGC
“One of the most elegant smoky whiskies I’ve tasted.”   Janine R., Cebu
“Complex, oceanic, and deeply satisfying. Worth every drop.”   Luis M., Makati

Interesting Fact
The blend includes malt from distilleries on all four major whisky-producing islands of Scotland—Islay, Jura, Arran, and Orkney, making it a rare unified tribute to the sea’s influence on Scotch.

Serving Suggestions
Neat is essential to appreciate its layered coastal profile. A few drops of water bring out citrus and soft peat. Try it with grilled oysters, sea salt chocolate, or a blue cheese platter for a luxe pairing.

Distillery Background
Douglas Laing has been blending small-batch whiskies since 1948. The “Remarkable Regional Malts” series captures the essence of each Scotch region. Rock Island is their tribute to the islands, rugged, refined, and unforgettable.