Description
This 34-year-old ex-bourbon barrel matured single malt is the fifth and final release in Laphroaig’s series of rare and collectable aged whiskies to celebrate the story of the legendary Ian Hunter.
Colour: Deep, rich copper.
Nose: Lightly peaty with notes of iodine and burnt wood. Floral green malt, sweet candy floss and vanilla fudge, and subtle blueberry and raspberry accents.
Palate: Sweet and spicy, with hints of classic Laphroaig peat and cold barbecue ash. Salted caramel and butterscotch, roast chestnut, a hint of peach, dried flowers and white pepper.
Finish: Peaty and malty, with a lingering sweetness.
Maturation: Double matured in a combination of first fill ex-bourbon American Oak barrels and Pedro Ximénez European Oak Hogheads.
45.5% alc./vol. | Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky