Tullibardine 10 Years 2012 – 2023 #DL17234 – Douglas Laing Provenance

This Tullibardine 10 Years, bottled by Douglas Laing for the Provenance series, is a vibrant and approachable Highland single malt with a fresh, fruity character. Distilled in 2012 and bottled in 2023, it matured in a refill hogshead that yielded 385 bottles. The Provenance range is known for its honest, unadulterated whiskies – and that’s exactly what you’ll find here: a youthful, energetic dram full of charm.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Fresh and floral with notes of apple, pear, vanilla and freshly cut grass. Light hints of lemon zest and malty biscuits add depth.

Palate

Soft and fruity with flavours of pear, honey, yellow apple and a touch of ginger. Creamy and elegant, with gentle spice and a subtle oak note.

Finish

Medium length and refreshing with fruity sweetness, gentle spice and a touch of oak that fades into a clean, dry finish.

Tullibardine Distillery

Tullibardine Distillery is located in the picturesque town of Blackford, at the foot of the Ochil Hills in Perthshire, Scotland. Founded in 1949 by William Delmé-Evans, the distillery is on the site of a former 12th-century brewery. These historical roots give Tullibardine a rich tradition in both beer and whisky production.

A unique feature of Tullibardine is the use of pure water from the Danny Burn, which contributes to the clarity and freshness of their whiskies. Tullibardine is known for its smooth, creamy and fruity whiskies with notes of vanilla, apple, pear and subtle spices. The whiskies are matured in a variety of cask types, including ex-bourbon, sherry and wine casks, making for a rich and complex taste experience.

Tullibardine offers a wide range of single malts, from standard bottlings to special editions. The combination of a historic location, craftsmanship and high-quality whiskies makes Tullibardine a respected name in the world of Scotch single malt whisky.

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.