Not all Speyside malts need to be sweet and soft, some have a little more story in them. Glen Elgin 12 from Douglas Laing’s Old Particular series is one such dram. Bottled as a single cask, non chill filtered, and untouched by artificial color, this whisky reveals a raw and refined side of Glen Elgin rarely seen outside of blends. It's Speyside, unmasked.

Old Particular – Glen Elgin 12 Year Old
Brand: Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Distillery: Glen Elgin | Category: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 48.4% | Origin: Speyside, Scotland | Vol: 70cl

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Gentle and bright. Stewed orchard fruit, vanilla pods, and fresh malt meet a hint of citrus and wildflowers.
Palate: Softly creamy with layers of green apple, honeycomb, and digestive biscuit. A touch of oak spice brings structure, making it more than just a pretty Speyside dram.
Finish: Elegant and clean. The fruit slowly gives way to a dry, oaky fade with lingering barley sweetness.

Production Details:
Selected from a single refill hogshead and bottled at 48.4% ABV, this Glen Elgin expression showcases Douglas Laing’s talent for capturing distillery character without interference. With no chill-filtration and zero added coloring, what you taste is the spirit’s natural development over 12 patient years.

Perfect For:
Afternoons with sun pouring through the windows, slow conversations, and quiet reflection. This is a whisky for the thinker, not the showman, meant to be savored, not flaunted.

Expert Notes:
Independent bottlings of Glen Elgin are few and far between, making this Old Particular edition a true discovery dram. Reviewers often describe Glen Elgin as a “hidden Speyside gem” known for its balance of fruit and malt depth, a profile that shines through in this natural presentation.

Customer Reviews:
"Silky, fruity, and just complex enough to keep me guessing, loved it."
"First Glen Elgin I’ve had that wasn’t in a blend. Shockingly good on its own."
"Beautifully balanced, classic Speyside, but with more backbone than expected."

Interesting Fact:
Glen Elgin’s distillate is so prized for its structure and clarity that it’s a key component in White Horse blended whisky. This single cask release lets that character take center stage, for once.

Serving Suggestions:
Neat is best to capture its orchard driven profile, though a touch of water softens the oak and elevates the vanilla. Pair with soft cheeses, almond biscotti, or fresh figs for a light, indulgent experience.

Distillery Background:
Built in 1898 and nestled just south of Elgin town, Glen Elgin has long played a quiet but crucial role in the world of Scotch whisky. Its spirit, crafted through slow fermentation and worm tub condensation, is known for its weight and fruitiness. Bottled by Douglas Laing under the Old Particular label, this 12 year old expression reveals Glen Elgin’s hidden brilliance in full clarity.