What are the flavor characteristics of Laphroaig 10 Years Old?

Laphroaig 10 Years Old is famous for its intense peat smoke, unique medicinal notes (iodine), seaweed, and salty sea breeze, with a hint of vanilla sweetness in the mid-palate.

Why does Laphroaig have a 'hospital-like' smell?

This unique aroma comes from Islay peat, which contains high levels of seaweed. When kilning the barley, it releases phenolic compounds that produce scents similar to iodine or medical bandages.

Is it recommended to add water to Laphroaig 10 Years Old?

Yes, former manager John Campbell suggested adding a few drops of water to reduce the alcohol punch and open up hidden layers of sweetness and spice.

Is Laphroaig 10 Years Old suitable for beginners?

While intense, it is the benchmark for peated whisky and the best introductory bottle for those looking to understand the Islay style.

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Scotland - Islay

Laphroaig 10 Years Old, 40%

Name: Laphroaig 10 Years Old, 40%
Brand: Laphroaig
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Laphroaig 10 Years Old - Islay's Most Iconic Peated Smoky Classic

When it comes to Islay whisky, Laphroaig 10 Years Old is an inescapable soulful masterpiece. Adhering to traditional brewing methods since the 1920s, this whisky has conquered connoisseurs worldwide with its intense peat, sea salt freshness, and unique 'hospital-like' medicinal aroma. it is an essential classic on every whisky lover's journey.

Basic Specifications

Brand	Laphroaig
ABV	40%
Region	Islay, Scotland
Volume	700ml
Age	10 Years Old

Online Tasting Notes

Aroma: Powerful, punchy peat smoke accompanied by spices, liquorice, and a generous amount of sea salt. Recent expressions show a hint of delicate sweetness, perfectly integrated with classic iodine, bandages, and cold wood smoke.
Palate: Dominated by seaweed flavors, revealing notes of cardamom, vanilla ice cream, and medicinal tonics (TCP, bandages). The oak presence is strong, followed by layers of nutmeg, black pepper, and chili spice.
Finish: Full-bodied and dry, with a complex lingering of tar and iodine.
Summary: This is the only Laphroaig expression that former distillery manager John Campbell recommended drinking with water. Adding water significantly opens the palate, revealing surprisingly rich layers of flavor.

Product Details

Laphroaig 10 Years Old is a multi-award-winning Islay icon, having received the Jim Murray's Whisky Bible Liquid Gold Award and the IWSC Gold Award. Matured in oak barrels for 10 years, it perfectly locks in the unique peat and maritime character of Islay. If you seek the ultimate smoky experience with deep herbal layers, this whisky, known as the 'Advanced Peat Course,' is your best choice.

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The Laphroaig distillery is located on the south coast of Islay, Scotland. Since its founding in 1815 by the Johnston brothers, it has maintained an invincible position in the whisky world with its unique flavor profile. The name Laphroaig means 'beautiful hollow by the broad bay' in Gaelic, and its flavor is indeed as powerful as a coastal storm.

One of the distillery's most famous traditions is its insistence on 'Floor Maltings,' being one of the few remaining distilleries in Scotland to do so. They own their own peat bogs on the island, where the peat contains a higher proportion of seaweed and lichen, which is the key source of Laphroaig's unique medicinal, iodine, and salty taste.

In 1994, HRH Prince Charles (now King Charles III) visited the distillery and granted it the Royal Warrant, making Laphroaig the only single malt whisky brand to receive this honor. Every bottle of Laphroaig 10 Years Old carries over two centuries of craftsmanship and the primal soul of Islay, inviting every drinker to explore that charming and deep peat realm.

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