Elements of Islay Lp11 (Laphroaig)
Details
Distilled in 2005 and matured for more than 15 years in ex-bourbon barrels, our eleventh bottling of Laphroaig is full of barbecued and spicy medicinal notes, balanced by orchard fruits and a subtle sweetness. Only 496 bottles produced.
Core Flavour:
Smoky, medicinal, maritime sweetness
Cask Details:
Ex-bourbon barrels
Tasting notes:
Nose: Tamarind, dates and molasses. Sausages sizzling in the frying pan. Coal smoke with classic medicinal notes – carbolic soap and bandages.
Palate: Barbecued coastal notes married with Cox apples, celeriac and chilli spice. Salty maritime brine and homemade tomato sauce on a juicy burger straight from the grill.
Finish: Charcoal, charred toast from a farmer’s loaf and stewed orchard fruits.