Description
The Laphroaig 10 Years Old Cask Strength Batch 17 58,3% ABV, 0.7 l + GB is an uncompromising cask-strength batch bottling that impressively reflects the unmistakable character of the historic Laphroaig Distillery on the Scottish island of Islay. Since 1815, Laphroaig has been synonymous with intensely peaty single malts with a maritime character and exceptional depth. Batch 17 was matured for 10 years and then bottled undiluted at 58.3% vol. straight from the cask. To preserve the whisky’s purity, only gentle barrier filtration is carried out, which removes cask residues without compromising the natural aromas and oils. Cold filtration and dilution with water are deliberately avoided. This ensures the whisky retains its original cask strength and offers a particularly authentic tasting experience. The 0.7 l bottle is supplied in a high-quality gift box.
With its brilliant golden colour, the Laphroaig 10 Years Old Cask Strength Batch 17 combines the typical Islay character with a surprisingly elegant sweetness. Intense peat smoke, heather and sea salt meet stewed apples, vanilla cream and pears in syrup, accompanied by a subtle menthol freshness. Despite its high alcohol content, the whisky is superbly balanced and, with just a few drops of water, develops additional aromatic facets without losing its distinctive character. The exceptionally long finish, with black pepper, sweet grassy smoke and peaty notes, makes this bottling a special experience for lovers of intense Islay whiskies.
Tasting NoteColour: Bright gold.
Nose: Strong peaty smoke, heather, sea salt, vanilla cream, stewed apples, pears in syrup and a hint of menthol.
Palate: Intense and full-bodied with peaty smoke, vanilla cream, ripe apples, pears, maritime notes, pepper and subtle oak spice.
Finish: Very long-lasting with black pepper, sweet grassy smoke and intense, tarry peat smoke.
The Laphroaig 10 Years Old Cask Strength Batch 17 best reveals its powerful character when enjoyed neat, allowing you to fully experience the unadulterated cask strength and intense Islay aromas. With a few drops of still water, additional fruity, creamy and floral nuances emerge without masking the characteristic peaty smoke – exactly as the distillery recommends. On the palate, this exceptional single malt pairs superbly with smoked salmon, oysters, dry-aged beef, game dishes, strong blue cheese or dark chocolate with a high cocoa content. As a non-chill-filtered, cask-strength batch bottling, presented in a high-quality gift box, the Laphroaig 10 Years Old Cask Strength Batch 17 is an excellent choice for experienced whisky enthusiasts, collectors and anyone who wishes to enjoy the authentic character of an Islay single malt in its most original form.
