Provenance – Mortlach 10 Year Old (Speyside) 70cl
Brand: Douglas Laing – Provenance Series | Category: Speyside Single Malt Scotch | ABV: 46% | Origin: Scotland | Vol: 700ml

The Beast of Dufftown, Unleashed Young

Mortlach 10 Year Old, bottled by Douglas Laing under the Provenance label, reveals the muscular Speyside malt in its raw, untamed form. Bottled at 46% ABV from a single refill hogshead and left non-chill filtered with natural color, this dram shows Mortlach’s bold spirit, less refined, more primaland all the more thrilling for it.

Tasting Profile

Nose:
Meaty malt, black pepper, and toasted hazelnuts mingle with green apple skin and faint toffee. It’s earthy and rich, a Speyside dram with real weight from the very first breath.

Palate:
Dense and savory. Notes of roasted barley, dark honey, leather, and charred oak ride over a chewy malt base. There’s a beefy texture here, the kind that earned Mortlach its nickname. Think Highland steakhouse meets Speyside refinement.

Finish:
Robust and dry. A flicker of clove, cracked grain, and sherry-soaked wood lingers long after the last sip,bold, grippy, and deeply satisfying.

Production Details

From the Mortlach Distillery in Dufftown known for its complex 2.81x distillation process — this 10-year-old expression comes from a single refill hogshead, hand-selected by Douglas Laing. As part of the Provenance series, it’s bottled to spotlight raw distillery character: no chill filtration, no added color, no corporate polish.

Perfect For

Discerning drinkers who crave structure and depth. A serious dram for seasoned palates, or a powerful surprise in any blind Speyside lineup. Best enjoyed in reflective moments or side-by-side with older Mortlach bottlings to appreciate its evolution.

Expert Notes

Even at 10 years, Mortlach shows its signature meatiness and muscular complexity. This Provenance edition is prized for its candor, letting the distillate lead and the cask support, not smother. It’s a rare view into one of Speyside’s most robust spirits, in its purest form.

Customer Reviews

"Meaty and memorable. This isn’t your average Speyside." — Anton, BGC

"Bold and layered — punches well above its age." — Jacob, Quezon City

"Finally, a young Mortlach that doesn’t hide behind sherry. This is the real deal." — Samantha, Cebu

Interesting Fact

Mortlach’s unique 2.81 distillation process involves a complex series of stills and re-distillations, giving it a richer, heavier body than almost any other Speyside malt. Even young, it carries weight and texture few can match.

Serving Suggestions

Sip neat in a wide-bowled glass to capture its savory density. Add a few drops of water to soften the spice and tease out hidden malt sweetness. Pairs beautifully with aged cheddar, roasted nuts, or charcuterie.

Distillery Background

Founded in 1823, Mortlach was the first legal distillery in Dufftown and remains one of its most enigmatic. Long favored by blenders for its backbone and body, it has earned cult status among whisky purists. This 10-year-old Provenance release offers a rare, unpolished look at Mortlach’s beastly beauty, direct from cask to connoisseur.