Douglas Laing is Winter-Ready with Two Icy Bottles

Wednesday, 24 September 2025 at 17:02

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2025 whisky

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While the leaves are yet to don their autumn hues, Douglas Laing is already looking ahead to the next season. Both Scallywag and Big Peat have received special winter editions.

FAQ

Where does Big Peat whisky come from?
It's a blended whisky from Douglas Laing featuring whiskies from Islay.
Where does Scallywag whisky come from?
It's a blended whisky composed of Speyside single malts.
Where does Douglas Laing hail from?
From Glasgow.

As the weather grows colder, whisky makers are responding with wintery releases. Some opt for a warming, peated whisky, while others fine-tune their whisky in casks that embody the feel of winter.

Douglas Laing does both with the heavily peated Big Peat Winter Edition and the Scallywag Winter Edition. Let's delve into what each of these whiskies entails.

What is the Scallywag The Winter Edition whisky?

Douglas Laing's loyal fox terrier has braced himself for a dip in icy waters this year. The blended Speyside whisky predominantly matured in sherry casks from Spain, and then underwent finishing in icewine casks.

The tasting notes for the Scallywag The Winter Edition whisky are as follows:

Nose: Juicy pears, vanilla, and orchard fruit.
Palate: Honey, dark chocolate, candied orange, and wintry spices.
Finish: Long, spicy, and warming, with cinnamon, dark chocolate, and toasted nuts.

The whisky is bottled at 52.4 percent alcohol by volume (ABV).

What is the Big Peat The Winter Edition 2025 whisky?

The Winter Edition marks Big Peat's first foray into embracing a winter character. Instead of cooling down, he opts for warming up.

This robust Islay malt was matured in Madeira casks, enriching the smoky base with a layered fruity sweetness.

Nose: Sweet malt, sea air, caramel, and a salty hint of Islay peat.
Taste: Molasses, blood orange, crème brûlée, and fine coal dust speckled with phenols.
Finish: Potent smoky notes, paired with citrus and sea salt.

The whisky is bottled at 53.6 percent alcohol by volume (ABV).