Laphroaig NCS
Laphroaig NCS
REGION: Islay
STYLE: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 62.48%
AGE: 10 Years
RRP: £64.95
The Laphroaig distillery was established in 1815 and remained in the hands of the founding family until 1954
Laphroaig is a substantial distillery with seven stills and a capacity of over 3 million litres per annum and is the largest of the Kildalton trio.
Laphroaig continues to operate its own floor maltings, which provides 20% of its total malt requirements. This in-house malt is produced to a phenol specification of 40-60 ppm, whereas the malt sourced externally from Port Ellen or the mainland typically ranges between 35-45 ppm.
A smoldering smokey single cask of Laphroaig from a refill ex-Bourbon Barrel
We’re expecting to get around 345 bottles at Natural Cask Strength, 62.4% abv.
NOSE
An intriguing, layered bouquet opens with delicate hints of sweet strawberry jam and rich cigar leaf, moving into earthy walnuts, savoury teppanyaki sauce, and dark creosote. Nuances of sweet liquorice, subtle soothing ointments, and nostalgic cough syrups add enchanting complexity, evolving into gentle notes of cured leather, dried herbs, and a subtle touch of charred oak in the background.
TASTE
Luxuriously rich and creamy, coating the palate with velvety chestnut purée. Bright, vibrant bursts of salted citron and tart pink grapefruit slice through the richness, complemented by a warm dash of cracked pepper and the delicate, floral elegance of brewed jasmine tea. As the dram lingers, toasted sesame, subtle bonfire smoke, and sweet dried fruit emerge, delivering an exceptionally long, warming finish with gentle coastal salinity.
ABOUT THE LABEL
Our original 'Back to the Future' label featured a whisky blog team alongside Bessie Williamson riding a sheil. In this evolution, we’ve placed Bessie front and center to honor her pivotal role in shaping the distillery.
Look for the label changes from the previous release: Instead of checking her watch, she’s pressing a Star Trek-esque logo on her chest. Beam Me Up, Bessie!
