The Old Particular Dailuaine 21 Year Old is a whisky for those who know where to look. Bottled by Douglas Laing as part of their acclaimed single cask series, this Speyside gem reveals the unsung brilliance of Dailuaine, structured, spicy, and deeply rewarding. It’s not showy. It’s sublime.

Old Particular – Dailuaine 21 Year Old
Brand: Douglas Laing (Dailuaine Distillery) | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 51.5% (may vary by cask) | Origin: Speyside, Scotland | Vol: 700ml

Tasting Profile
Nose: A symphony of warm spice, beeswax, orchard fruit, and polished oak. Think spiced apple cake and old leather armchairs in a whisky library.
Palate: Rich and full-bodied. Flavors of stewed plums, malted barley, nutmeg, and dark honey unfold over a silky, slightly waxy texture. Complex without ever losing balance.
Finish: Long, layered, and warming. Dried fruit and oaky spice taper gently, leaving a faint trace of toasted almonds and herbal sweetness.

Production Details
Single cask. Natural color. Non-chill filtered. This Dailuaine spent 21 years maturing in a refill hogshead, carefully selected by Douglas Laing to showcase the distillery’s signature robustness and creamy Speyside structure in its purest form.

Perfect For
Late-night pours, special celebrations, or gifting to someone who appreciates old-school elegance in their whisky. It’s a bottle that rewards those who sip with intention.

Expert Notes
Dailuaine is known for its meaty, textural spirit, often hidden in blends. But when it stands alone in the right cask, as it does here, it delivers extraordinary depth. A must-try for fans of Mortlach or Clynelish seeking something off the beaten path.

Customer Reviews
“Serious whisky. The kind you contemplate while watching firelight flicker.”   Noel F., QC
“Beautifully complex. Old oak, spice, and just the right touch of sweetness.”   Jeremy V., BGC
“This one made me pause. Each sip hits differently, in the best way.”   Anna R., Makati

Interesting Fact
While Dailuaine produces some of Speyside’s richest distillate, the majority of it goes into Johnnie Walker blends. Very few official single malt bottlings exist, making this 21-year-old from Douglas Laing especially collectible.

Serving Suggestions
Serve neat to experience its full spectrum of flavors. Add a splash of water to tease out sweeter notes of apple tart and cinnamon. Ideal for quiet nights or refined tastings.

Distillery Background
Established in 1852 and nestled in Speyside’s lush landscape, Dailuaine is a distillery known for its full-bodied, slightly oily spirit, achieved through unique still shapes and slow distillation. Rarely seen as a single malt, Dailuaine shines in independent bottlings like this one, where its rich, savory backbone can take center stage.