XOP Carsebridge 45 Year Old 1976

Volume: 700ml / ABV: 51.3%

A rarity in the grain whisky world, it's a single grain Scotch from the gone but not forgotten Carsebridge distillery, which ceased operations back in 1983. Distilled in 1976, the whisky spent a generous 45 years maturing in a single refill hogshead that was opened by Douglas Laing in 2022, releasing a total of 239 bottles for the Xtra Old Particular collection.

Tasting Note

Nose

The opens sugary and gently oaked, running to spiced americana cereal.

Palate

The palate shows a barley sugar, tongue-prickling style, with a vanilla fudge and corn.

Finish

Detect more vanilla richness on the finish, and golden syrup with a real bourbon twist (FHL).