Some drams are about heritage. Others are about pleasure. The Epicurean Rivesaltes Cask Finish is unapologetically both. Crafted by Douglas Laing as part of their award-winning Remarkable Regional Malts range, this limited edition Highland whisky was finished in rare Rivesaltes wine casks from Languedoc-Roussillon, bringing together the bold soul of Glasgow with the sun drenched finesse of Southern France.

Douglas Laing – The Epicurean Rivesaltes Cask Finish 70cl
Brand: Douglas Laing – The Epicurean | Category: Lowland Blended Malt | ABV: 48% | Origin: Scotland (finished in French casks) | Vol: 70cl

Tasting Profile:
Nose: A radiant bouquet of orchard fruit, wildflowers, and honeyed white grapes. It smells like a stroll through a French vineyard in bloom.
Palate: Light and fresh, but deceptively complex, apricot tart, citrus peel, vanilla custard, and a touch of peppery oak. The Rivesaltes influence brings a silky richness and playful sweetness.
Finish: Crisp yet rounded, with a delicate waxy finish. Fruit-forward and floral with a refined dryness that lingers gracefully.

Production Details:
Distilled as part of The Epicurean line, Douglas Laing’s tribute to Lowland whisky, this single cask edition was given an elegant twist through finishing in Rivesaltes wine casks, a rare fortified French varietal. This additional maturation layers in nuance, bridging the bright grain spirit with Mediterranean warmth and depth.

Perfect For:
Spring garden gatherings, golden hour sipping, or any evening that calls for something off the beaten path. It’s the kind of whisky that works just as well in a tulip glass as it does at a rooftop soirée.

Expert Notes:
A collector's gem and a sommelier’s dream, praised for its harmony of bright malt and dessert wine finish. This is a whisky that intrigues connoisseurs and charms newcomers in equal measure.

Customer Reviews:
🗣️ “Didn’t expect Lowland whisky to have this much personality. Total sleeper hit.”
🗣️ “Tastes like sunshine and sophistication. I’m obsessed.”
🗣️ “So fresh. So elegant. Easily one of the best finished malts I’ve had.”

Interesting Fact:
Rivesaltes casks are incredibly rare in Scotch whisky maturation, they’re traditionally used for sweet, oxidative French wines that date back to the 14th century. That historical richness adds layers of charm to this already vibrant malt.

Serving Suggestions:
Best enjoyed neat to let the fruit and florals sing. Add a few drops of water to soften the spice and draw out candied citrus notes. For a bold pairing, try it with a slice of lemon tart or a soft triple-cream cheese.

Distillery Background:
Douglas Laing is a family-run independent bottler with a legacy of curating some of Scotland’s most characterful single casks and regional blends. The Epicurean celebrates the bright, zesty style of Lowland malts but here, with a French twist, it becomes something altogether more exotic. This isn’t just a dram, it’s an escape.