Provenance Arran 8 Year Old “Coastal Collection” is a rare, single cask bottling from Douglas Laing & Co., crafted to showcase the maritime soul of the Isle of Arran. Drawn from a single carefully selected cask and bottled at 50% ABV, this limited-edition release forms part of Douglas Laing’s Coastal Collection, a tribute to Scotland’s sea-influenced malts. The result is a vibrant young whisky that captures the island’s natural purity, coastal freshness, and signature balance between citrus brightness and gentle maritime depth.

Product Details:

Brand: Douglas Laing’s Provenance | Distillery: Arran | Category: Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 50% | Origin: Scotland (Isle of Arran) | Volume: 700ml

Tasting Profile:

Nose: Fresh sea breeze and coastal salt mingle with lemon peel, green apple, and soft malt sweetness. Subtle vanilla and honey rise beneath the maritime edge.
Palate: Lively and textured. Waves of citrus fruit, creamy barley, and sea salt intertwine with hints of caramel, oak spice, and a touch of pepper. The higher strength amplifies both sweetness and salinity in perfect harmony.
Finish: Clean, crisp, and lingering, coastal minerals and sweet malt fade slowly, leaving a gentle maritime tingle on the tongue.

Production Details:

Distilled at the Arran Distillery in Lochranza and matured for 8 years in a single refill hogshead, this whisky reflects both youth and island character. Bottled by Douglas Laing’s Provenance range at 50% ABV, with no chill filtration and natural color, it delivers whisky in its most authentic state. The Coastal Collection celebrates Scotland’s maritime terroir, where sea air, humidity, and salt influence maturation in distinctive ways.

Perfect For:

A perfect dram for whisky lovers who appreciate freshness, minerality, and the influence of the sea. Excellent neat to explore its natural brightness or with a few drops of water to soften the spice and reveal its creamy citrus depth.

Expert Notes:

Critics praise this release for its clarity and coastal balance, describing it as “an honest and expressive island malt.” The combination of youthful energy and maritime charm makes it a standout within Douglas Laing’s Provenance line, a true reflection of Arran’s bright, natural spirit.

Customer Reviews:

“Vibrant and coastal, a whisky that feels like a sea breeze in a glass.”   Colin H.
“Sweet, salty, and full of life. Young Arran at its best.”   Lisa M.
“Balanced perfectly between fruit and maritime minerality.”   James R.

Interesting Fact:

Arran is often called “Scotland in miniature” because it encapsulates both Highland and Lowland characteristics within one island. Its whiskies reflect this duality, fruity and bright, yet grounded by coastal freshness and subtle maritime influence.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve neat in a Glencairn glass to appreciate its clean, coastal aroma. Add a few drops of still water to open its citrus and vanilla notes. For a chilled coastal serve, pour over a single large ice cube to emphasize its maritime salinity.

Distillery Background:

Founded in 1995, Arran Distillery in Lochranza was one of the first new independent distilleries in Scotland’s modern whisky renaissance. Surrounded by sea air and rugged island terrain, it produces a natural, non-peated malt renowned for purity and balance. Bottled by Douglas Laing’s Provenance as part of their Coastal Collection, this 8 Year Old Single Cask showcases the island’s youthful vibrancy and maritime grace, a whisky of place, purity, and limited-edition distinction.