Whisky

This is a rare and highly sought-after single malt from the iconic Port Ellen distillery on the Isle of Islay. Distilled in 1982 and matured for nearly four decades, this expression was released in 2021 by independent bottler Douglas Laing & Co. as part of their Xtra Old Particular range. The nose evokes notes of peat, iodine and sea salt, followed by dried fruit and dark chocolate. The palate is full-bodied and complex, combining roasted nuts, black pepper and oak, tempered by a subtle sweetness.

This Port Ellen 39 Year Old is part of the prestigious Xtra Old Particular series from Douglas Laing. Distilled in 1982 just a year before the distillery's closure, this single malt spent 39 years in a single cask, showcasing the peated elegance, depth, and complexity that Port Ellen is celebrated for. Exquisite balance of sweet smoke, maritime saltiness, and rich fruitiness.

The Xtra Old Particular series by Douglas Laing represents a selection of some of the rarest, most outstanding aged single cask single malts. The whiskies in this collection have been chosen for their exceptional quality and uniqueness.

Port Ellen was a distillery located on Islay, an island renowned for its peaty Scotch whiskies. The distillery was established in 1825 by Alexander Ker Mackay. Throughout its history, Port Ellen underwent various ownerships and periods of closures, being mothballed finally in 1983. Despite its closure, the whisky distilled at Port Ellen has become highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts.