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Douglas Laing Old & Rare Port Ellen 1982 2008 57,7%

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Reviewed 26 September 2026 ·View daily archive

Whisky facts

Region
Islay
Independent Bottler
Douglas Laing
Age
25 years
ABV
57.7%
Vintage
1982
Bottled
2008
Bottles in release
300

In the glass

Tasting Notes

2 Amber Room Reviews

Amber Room Review

Douglas Laing Old & Rare Port Ellen 1982 2008 57,7%

26 September 2026
91

Nose

Salty, briny, zesty, oyster, seasmoke, quite an elegant and gentle smoky nose despite the high ABV

Body

Sweet, tar, packs a punch, definitely a very industrial smoke, salty, zesty, briny, gets a bit spicy & peppery towards the end, a bit floral as well, slightly creamy and oily

Finish

Long, sweet, and slightly spicy finish, the smoke lingers and it's a very clear salty briny seasmoke

Amber Room Review

Douglas Laing Old & Rare Port Ellen 1982 2008 57,7%

01 January 2026
90

Nose

Sweet smoke, bacon, honey & light fruits, spicy

Body

Very thick, oily, meaty body

Finish

Long dry finish with ash & salt

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