Douglas Laing Big Peat Islay Whisky 1l 48% Tin

Douglas Laing Big Peat Global Traveller’s Edition is a distinctive Islay Blended Malt Scotch Whisky that combines the character of several single malt whiskies from the island of Islay. The blend features whiskies from the Caol Ila, Bowmore, and Ardbeg distilleries, as well as the rare Port Ellen, offering a classic Islay profile full of smoke, peat, sea salt, and pronounced minerality.

This special Global Traveller’s Edition is bottled at 48% ABV and comes in a 1-liter bottle with a gift tube. The higher alcohol content enhances the intensity of the smoky and phenolic notes and preserves the blend’s robust character.

Tasting Profile:

Nose: Fresh, salty, and clean, with a smoky, malty character.

Palate: Distinctive, with notes of ash, sweet tar, the seashore, and smoke.

Finish: Long and intense, with salty licorice, smoke, ash, and phenolic notes.

The aroma reveals a fresh, briny quality, a clean malty character, and peat smoke. The taste is bold and intense, with notes of ash, sweet tar, the seashore, and smoke. The finish is long and lingering, featuring licorice, ash, and the typical phenolic character of Islay whiskey.

About Douglas Laing & Co. Ltd.:

Douglas Laing & Co. Ltd. is an independent family-owned company specializing in Scotch whisky, founded in 1948 by Fred Douglas Laing. Today, it is run by the third generation, and the brand is known for its emphasis on a traditional approach, craftsmanship, and the authenticity of the whisky.

The company’s philosophy is that whisky should be presented as naturally as possible, without unnecessary intervention, so that the consumer can get as close as possible to the experience of tasting it straight from the cask. Douglas Laing specializes in selecting, blending, and bottling whisky, with its portfolio featuring both single cask editions and well-known regional blended malt ranges. With over 70 years of experience, the company has built a strong reputation among Scotch whisky enthusiasts worldwide.