Laphroaig 1989 21 Year Old Douglas Laing Platinum Selection

Laphroaig 1998 ‘Beach Bonfires’ Wemyss

Wemyss, the independent bottler that recently opened their own Kingsbarns distilleerderij, has thus far only bottled two casks of Laphroaig. This was the second, bottled in 2012. The name ‘Beach Bonfires’ makes me expect a martime malt with loads of smoke. Just the way I like Laffie. It is very pale. The nose is surprisingly sweet. Yes, the smoke...

Score 85/100

Laphroaig 18 Year Old

Just wonderful!! Never would I think mellow would apply to Laphroaig, but to me it does to this expression. The nose is honey, mossy and peaty, with some light (as yet unidentifiable) undertones. The palate is smooth and creamy, snd in a way, similar to Highland Park 12. Noticed lots of caramel, chocolate and sweetness. Very sweet, in fact, for...

Score 95/100

Laphroaig Quarter Cask

It's snowing here as a write this and looking out at the drifts I think this is the perfect expression for the season. It has all the elements of late fall/early winter: warmth, smokiness, and just a touch of sugar. Nose: At first it's like putting your face into a camp fire. Wood smoke and burning leaves. Even sitting on the table a few feet away...

Score 90/100

Laphroaig 16 Year Old 1996 Malts of Scotland

The newest Laphroaig from Malts of Scotland is a 16 Year Old. It was released in what I call their winter release, although I have the feeling autumn release would be more accurate. I am quite certain, with the tempo they are maintaining at this point, some new releases will hit the shelves before the end of the year. The nose is creamy, very...

Score 89/100