Laphroaig is the largest of the three heavyweight Islay distilleries in Kildalton, out-stripping the production capacity of neighbours, Ardbeg and Lagavulin, by over 1 million litres per annum. Despite its traditional appearance, Laphroaig was always a forward-thinking distillery. It was bottled as a single malt as early as the 1920s, an unfashionable option at the time, especially for a peated whisky. They were also shrewd in capitalising on post-Prohibition America to add trademark sweetness to their spirit through the use of imported ex-bourbon casks, and hired Scotland’s first ever female distillery manager, Bessie Williamson, in 1954. Laphroaig is one of only a handful of distilleries in Scotland to still use in-house maltings, providing them with 20% of their annual requirements, and contributing to the distillery’s unique flavour profile.

First launched in 1985, this particular bottling was said to be Prince Charles' favourite. It was replaced in the core range by an 18 year old expression in 2009.

This bottle was imported to Italy by Cinazno.

A lovely Laphroaig, probably bottled around the beginning of the 1980's. Has nothing to do with the current (weak and even bland) expressions of Laphoaig. Nose Ah, old skool Laphroaig! Lots of fruity notes of pear and yellow apple. Melon and mango as well. Not as 'tropical' as other older versions I had before, but still really good. Gentle smoke at the background, but also hints of honey and lavender. Cigar boxes. Very complex. Taste Lovely balance of spicy peatiness and soft cedar oakiness. Sweetness of cinnamon intermingled with ginger and cloves. Carraway. Some citrussy notes of grapefruit, lemon and lime. Peel zest. Delicious. Finish Quite long. Black pepper. Liquorice. Saltiness at the end.

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