Old Particular – Dailuaine 10 Year Old (Sherry Cask), 70cl
Brand: Douglas Laing | Category: Speyside Single Malt Scotch | ABV: 48.4% (natural cask strength may vary) | Origin: Speyside, Scotland | Vol: 70cl
Cask Type: Sherry Butt | Age Statement: 10 Years | Edition: Old Particular Series

Intro/Heritage:
Dailuaine is a name you rarely see on the label but once you taste it, you never forget it. Known for its full-bodied, meaty distillate, this 10-year-old single cask expression from Douglas Laing’s Old Particular range adds the richness of a sherry butt to the equation. The result? A Speyside malt with backbone, spice, and bold sherry soul.

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Robust and fruit-laced. Blackcurrant jam, fig, clove, and toasted walnut swirl through layers of polished oak and leather-bound warmth.
Palate: Dense and expressive. Spiced fruitcake, cocoa nibs, burnt orange peel, and treacle toffee unfold over a thick, meaty malt base with remarkable texture.
Finish: Long, warming, and slightly dry. Notes of dark chocolate, raisin, nutmeg, and a touch of espresso fade with graceful grip.

Production Details:
Aged for 10 years in a single sherry butt and bottled at 48.4% ABV without chill filtration or added coloring. Part of the Old Particular series by Douglas Laing, a range focused on presenting whiskies in their most natural and honest form, highlighting the unique character of each distillery.

Perfect For:
Whisky drinkers who crave a big, flavorful dram with a sherried edge and solid malt weight. Ideal for post-dinner pours, late-night reflections, or gifting to a friend who loves depth and spice.

Expert Notes:
Dailuaine is rarely seen outside of blends, making this sherry-matured single cask a real treat. It’s intense but well-structured, offering a style that sits somewhere between Speyside fruit and Highland heft.

Customer Reviews:
🗨️ “Big on sherry, big on character. The kind of dram that makes you slow down.”
🗨️ “Bold without being overbearing. A serious Speyside malt.”
🗨️ “Exactly what I want from a sherry cask — rich, spicy, and complex.”

Interesting Fact:
Dailuaine was one of the first distilleries to introduce the iconic pagoda-style roof for its malt kilns, a design now synonymous with Scotch whisky distilleries across the country.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve neat to appreciate its full, layered structure. A splash of water brings out additional fruit and floral notes beneath the spice. Pairs well with roasted almonds, dark chocolate, or spiced fruit tarts.

Distillery Background:
Tucked near Aberlour in Speyside, Dailuaine has been distilling quietly since 1852. Though most of its spirit supports famous blends, single cask indie releases like this one shine a spotlight on its powerful, structured style, especially when paired with a bold sherry cask.