Douglas Laing’s The Epicurean blended malt is made using a selection of single malt Scotch whiskies from distilleries in the Lowlands and for this particular expression, all of them have been aged for at least 12 years! Enjoyably fresh and zesty stuff, this. n

Nose: Honeydew melon, mixed peels and a whiff of summer meadows.
Palate: Peach, pear and more citrus, with hints of biscuit dough and caraway in support.
Finish: Subtly sweet with brown sugar and white grape.