Douglas Laings Timorous Beastie 750 ml

Timorous Beastie is a blended malt Scotch whisky from independent bottler Douglas Laing, combining single malts from multiple Highland distilleries into one whisky rather than sourcing from a single site. The name and label — a Highland cow — nod to Robert Burns' poem "To a Mouse." Expect a nose of honeyed malt and light fruit, a smooth, approachable palate with soft spice and toffee, and a moderate, warming finish. It's built as an accessible, well-balanced entry point into Highland malt character without committing to one distillery's house style.

How to drink Timorous Beastie

Neat or with a splash of water opens up the honey and fruit notes; it's approachable enough to also work in a Rob Roy.

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