The Epicurean – Douglas Laing Remarkable Regional Malts

The Epicurean is a vibrant Blended Malt from Scotland’s Lowlands, bottled by Douglas Laing as part of their beloved Remarkable Regional Malts series. With his dapper hat and cheerful grin, the character on the label is as charming as the whisky inside. Fresh, floral and elegant – this is a perfect ‘aperitif’ dram that showcases the light and accessible style the Lowlands are known for. A whisky that gets the conversation flowing.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Fresh and delicate with notes of lemon zest, green apple, white grapes and freshly cut grass. In the background: hints of vanilla, flowers and a touch of malt.

Palate

Light and lively with flavours of citrus fruit, pear drops, malt biscuits and gentle spice. Very clean with an airy texture and graceful finesse.

Finish

Medium in length with fresh citrus sweetness, floral hints, a touch of pepper and a lightly grassy, drying close.

Douglas Laing

Douglas Laing & Co. is one of the most respected independent bottlers in the whisky world. With a history dating back to 1948 and a commitment to quality and craftsmanship, the company continues to offer whiskies of exceptional quality. Their broad portfolio, which includes both single cask and small batch releases, makes Douglas Laing a favourite among whisky collectors and enthusiasts worldwide. Whether it is a rare XOP bottling or a characterful blended malt like Big Peat, Douglas Laing offers a unique and authentic whisky experience.

History

Douglas Laing & Co. was founded in 1948 by Fred Douglas Laing in Glasgow, Scotland. The company began as a dealer and blender of whisky, but soon focused on selecting and bottling single cask and small batch whiskies.

Douglas Laing has always remained a family business, with the knowledge and passion for whisky passed from generation to generation. After Fred Douglas Laing, the company was run by his son, Fred Laing Jr, and later Fred's daughter Cara Laing and her husband Chris Leggat also joined the company.