Scallywag The Winter Edition 2024 – Orange Wine Cask Finish 53.9% is a limited Speyside blended malt Scotch whisky from Douglas Laing, designed to evoke a cosy après-ski evening in a snowy mountain lodge. Composed of 100% Speyside single malts, it is first matured in selected oak casks and then finished in orange wine casks from Spain. Bottled at natural cask strength 53.9% ABV, it is non-chill filtered and naturally coloured.
Style & character
Scallywag showcases the sweet, fruity side of Speyside. In the 2024 Winter Edition, the orange wine cask finish adds a vibrant layer of orange marmalade, honeyed richness and warming spice, creating a dram that feels both bright and deeply comforting in the colder months.
Nose
The nose is rich, fruity and aromatic:
ripe fruits and sweet, winey notes
bursts of orange marmalade and candied orange peel
lashings of honey and caramelised sugar
fragrant baking spices – cinnamon and gentle nutmeg
Palate
On the palate, the whisky is mouth-filling, silky and warming:
a vinous, citrusy depth from the orange wine casks
baking spice with cinnamon, ginger and a touch of peppery heat
Finish & serving
The finish is long, cosy and satisfying:
lingering warmth with cinnamon spice and hints of vanilla cream
a final echo of orange zest, honey and gentle oak
Enjoy Scallywag Winter Edition 2024 neat in a tulip glass, allowing it a little time to open up. A small splash of water reveals even more fruit, honey and spice. It is an ideal winter sipper, pairing beautifully with dark chocolate, orange desserts, nutty cakes or a simple bowl of roasted nuts by the fire.
