Douglas Laing Double Barrel Anonymous is a curious marriage of two worlds: smoky, sea-sprayed Islay malt and sweet, honeyed Highland malt. No distillery names are given, adding a layer of mystery that invites you to discover the story through each sip.

Douglas Laing Double Barrel Anonymous - Islay & Highland Malts 70cl
Brand: Douglas Laing | Category: Blended Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 46% | Origin: Scotland | Vol.: 70cl

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Like a bonfire by the coast, peat smoke drifting over salted caramel, warm barley, and citrus peel.
Palate: Sweet and smoky in perfect balance; honeyed malt coats the tongue before giving way to peppery spice and briny depth.
Finish: Long and evolving, with lingering smoke, vanilla oak, and a faint mineral edge that recalls sea air.

Production Details:
Douglas Laing hand selects single casks from an undisclosed Islay distillery and an unnamed Highland distillery, marrying them without chill-filtration or added coloring. Bottled at 46% ABV, the goal is to let each region’s character shine, Islay bringing the smoke, Highland delivering the sweetness, without one overpowering the other.

Perfect For:
Ideal for nights when you want both the rugged drama of the sea and the gentle warmth of the countryside in your glass. Great for slow, fireside sipping or sharing with friends who enjoy a little mystery.

Expert Notes:
Douglas Laing’s Double Barrel series has earned a reputation for skillful blending that still allows each whisky’s origin to speak. This Anonymous release is a prime example—balanced, layered, and undeniably intriguing.

Customer Reviews:
“First sip, sweet Highland charm. Second sip, bam, smoky Islay punch. Love the ride.”
“A whisky with two personalities, and both are worth knowing.”
“Bought it for the mystery, stayed for the balance.”

Interesting Fact:
The “Anonymous” label means Douglas Laing isn’t allowed to disclose the distilleries, often because the original producers don’t permit independent bottlers to use their names.

Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy neat to appreciate the interplay of smoke and sweetness. Add a few drops of water if you want the Highland fruitiness to come forward.

Distillery Background:
Douglas Laing, an independent bottler since 1948, is famed for its single cask and small-batch releases. They specialize in showcasing whisky as naturally as possible, letting regional styles and distillery quirks shine, whether or not they can reveal the name on the label.