The Gauldrons Campbeltown Blended Malt Scotch Whisky, 46.2%, 70cl -

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Records the default button state of the corresponding category & the status of CCPA. It works only in coordination with the primary cookie. The story of Bruce and the Spider is almost certainly just that – a story. It first appeared in the writings of Sir Walter Scott, a man for whom gritty realism was never a high priority. Similar stories were told about other significant historical figures, including Bruce’s colleague, James Douglas. Still, just like the spider, these stories are designed to inspire and to teach us a lesson – in this case – “if at first you don’t succeed, try and try again”. So while the link between Bruce’s spider and the whiskies of Campbeltown may be rather tenuous (that’s being generous) we’ll give Douglas Laing some leeway since it’s a nice story and the spider looks good on the label. That said, The Gauldrons is a little steeper than the rest of the range and it’s been labelled as a limited release but that’s understandable, given the scarcity of Campbeltown whisky. There simply isn’t a lot of Springbank lying around and what is available, doesn’t come cheap. Then there’s Glengyle, which produces in such small quantities I can’t imagine there’s an abundance of that either. It seems safe to assume then, that the Gauldrons consists largely of Glen Scotia, with a small amount of the others added to make it a blended malt. This cookie is set by Rubicon Project to control synchronization of user identification and exchange of user data between various ad services. The whisky is matured in oak casks, which contribute to its rich colour and flavour profile. The maritime climate of Campbeltown, with its salty sea air and cool, damp conditions, plays a crucial role in the maturation process, imparting unique characteristics to the whisky and adding to its complexity and depth.

The Gauldrons, a unique and intriguing Scotch whisky, is steeped in history, tradition, and a hint of mystery. Produced in the Campbeltown region, one of the distinctive whisky-producing areas of Scotland, The Gauldrons stands out with its complex character and rich flavour profile, which are deeply influenced by the maritime climate and traditional distilling methods of the region. I have a minute complaint about the mouth. The initial sensation when this whisky touched my tongue contrasted sharply with the nose. It was very messy, so the close-to-perfect impression that emerged from the nose was ruined. Thankfully, the everlasting parade of flavors that remain make up for the mess.This is an exciting release, though. Campbeltown is now home to three great distilleries and Douglas Laing know what they’re doing with these blends. I certainly wasn’t disappointed when I got hold of this one. It’s as good as anything else in the range and offers a perfect introduction to the Campbeltown style. It’s a little oily, a bit coastal and lightly smoky, full of flavour and intensity and it coats the mouth beautifully. A great dram. In autumn 2017 the first batch of The Gauldrons was released, now the second batch is available and it is also very limited. As the first one it was bottled at 46.2 % ABV, uncoloured and unchill-filtered. The aroma is characterized by notes of honey, brown sugar, vanilla, spice, salt, oak and light smoke. Campbeltown, once a bustling hub of whisky production with over 30 distilleries, is known for its distinctive style of whisky, characterised by its briny, maritime qualities and complex flavour profiles. The Gauldrons is a true testament to this unique style, capturing the essence of Campbeltown's whisky heritage in every bottle.

On the nose, The Gauldrons presents a delightful array of aromas, with hints of brine, sweet vanilla, and a touch of peat smoke. These aromas give way to a rich and complex palate, featuring notes of dark chocolate, dried fruit, and a subtle maritime salinity. The finish is long and satisfying, with lingering hints of spice and a gentle warmth. Nose: Quite cereal-y and sweet on the get-go, with some dough and baking spices, lemon and a wee tiny hint of peat. a faint brine-y touch, and more vanilla, a distant medicinal note (iodine, maybe) all in all light and sweeter than expected. The name “The Gauldrons” translates to “bay of storms,” and it is inspired by a small bay located near Campbeltown, which is said to have been the location of the final battle of Robert the Bruce, the famed Scottish king. The whisky itself, much like the bay it is named after, is a harmonious blend of strength, complexity, and mystery. Hopefully, that doesn’t make you less interested. After all, each of the distilleries makes different styles of single malt. Springbank makes the unpeated Hazelburn, the semi-peated Springbank and the heavily peated Longrow. Glengyle Distillery makes a peated and a heavily-peated single malt. Glen Scotia makes both peated and unpeated malts. They have two different fermentation lengths as well. This means they could actually be making at least four different styles of whisky, so the whisky used to make Gauldrons may have merely come, at minimum, from two different distilleries. No matter what, it’s highly likely to be composed of different styles of single malts. The Gauldrons Batch 4 – Review

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The Gauldrons is often enjoyed neat or with a drop of water, which can help to open up the aromas and flavours, allowing the drinker to appreciate the complexity and nuances of this exceptional whisky fully. It is also a favourite among whisky connoisseurs and collectors, who appreciate its unique character and the sense of history and tradition that it embodies. Thoughts: The Remarkable Regional Malts series offers exceptional value for money. For a start, they’re higher strength, un-chill-filtered and natural colour. The quality is high and the price, relatively speaking, is low. Douglas Laing’s ‘Remarkable Regional Malts’ are a series of blended malt whiskies that represent each of Scotland’s whisky regions. Released in late 2017, the Gauldrons was the final piece of the jigsaw, consisting of malts from Campbeltown. The name comes from an area of coastline at Machrihanish, 5 miles from the town. The beautiful bottle, meanwhile, is adorned with the image of a spider, in reference to one of Scotland’s most famous legends.