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Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Douglas Laing Timorous Beastie
Douglas Laing4.7(14 reviews)
A bold and feisty Highland single malt Scotch whisky from Douglas Laing, Timorous Beastie is a vatting of malts from distilleries like Dalmore, Glen Garioch, and Blair Athol. It offers a rich, full-bodied profile with notes of honey, spice, and citrus, balanced by a gentle peat smoke. Named after the famous Scottish poem, this whisky is anything but timid.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹7,800/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹312
per 30ml
ABV
46.8%
Region
Scotland
Category
Blended Scotch
Type
Premium
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Origin: Scotland
United Kingdom
Scotland is the spiritual home of whisky, with over 130 active distilleries spanning five distinct regions. The unique combination of pure Highland water, local barley, and centuries of tradition produces some of the world's most revered spirits.
Climate
Cool maritime climate with abundant peat bogs
Famous For
Scotch Whisky, Single Malts, Blended Scotch
The Art of the Cask
This Douglas Laing Timorous Beastie represents the pinnacle of barrel maturation. The interaction between the distillate and the wood in this premium expression results in a profound depth of character specifically for the kolkata market.
The profile is anchored by Honey and Orange zest, characteristic of Douglas Laing's proprietary distillation process in Scotland.
Flavor Intensity
sweet60%
smokey30%
spicy50%
fruity55%
body70%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Dark chocolate🧀
Roasted nuts🍫
Orange tart“The right pairing elevates both the spirit and the plate. We recommend serving at room temperature for the full aromatic experience.”
Expert Q&A
QWhat is the alcohol content of Douglas Laing Timorous Beastie?
It is bottled at 46.8% ABV (93.6 proof).
QWhat type of whisky is Timorous Beastie?
It is a blended malt Scotch whisky, meaning it is a vatting of single malts from various Highland distilleries.
QIs Timorous Beastie peated?
It has a gentle peat smoke, but it is not heavily peated like an Islay whisky.
QHow should I drink Timorous Beastie?
It can be enjoyed neat, with a splash of water, or over ice to open up the flavors.
QWhat does 'Timorous Beastie' mean?
The name is taken from Robert Burns' poem 'To a Mouse,' referring to a timid creature, but the whisky is ironically bold and robust.
Customer Reviews
Real ratings from verified buyers and enthusiasts
AVERAGE RATING
4.7
Based on 3 Reviews
Tasting Dimensions
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4.7 / 5.0Taste & FlavorComplexity and palate richness
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4.7 / 5.0Value for MoneyPrice to quality benchmark
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5.0 / 5.0Smoothness & FinishMellowness and lingering aftertaste
Rating Distribution
Breakdown of reviewer opinions
4.7/5
3 Verified Ratings
5 Star
67%
4 Star
33%
3 Star
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2 Star
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100% Verified Customer InsightsAll ratings originate from registered purchases within India and local excise beverages corporation outlets.
Latest Customer Feedbacks (3)
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Subhashis Sen
VerifiedSalt Lake, Kolkata • May 12, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5
“Absolutely spectacular! Visited a local outlet in Salt Lake and picked up Douglas Laing Timorous Beastie. At ₹7,800 in Kolkata, this represents incredible value. The notes of Honey and Orange zest pair phenomenally well with home-cooked Mutton Kosha. Highly recommended!”
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Ananya Banerjee
VerifiedPark Street, Kolkata • May 07, 2026
Taste: 4/5Value: 5/5
“A highly sophisticated Scotch Whisky by Douglas Laing. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Honey and Cinnamon. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Park Street was a major hit, especially alongside local Chicken Kabiraji!”
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Siddharth Mukhopadhyay
VerifiedBallygunge, Kolkata • April 29, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Douglas Laing's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Orange zest. At the Kolkata price of ₹7,800, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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