Laphroaig Lp9 Full Proof - Elements of Islay

Brand
Laphroaig
Expression
Lp9 Full Proof
Whisky type
Single Malt
Bottled by
Elements of Islay
Distillery
Laphroaig Distillery
Origin
Islay, Scotland
Year distilled
1998
Year launched/bottled
2018
Limited edition
714 bottles
ABV.
54.30%
Source
Elements of Islay
In collection
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Review by Elements of Islay

Nose

Coal fires, candy floss and lobster pots. Thick, dense smoke combines with notes of kirsch. The peat becomes more medicinal, showing classic distillery character. Darker, almost burnt-tyre notes remain.

Palate

Juicy, with rich stewed fruit and smoked salt. Well balanced and reminiscent of perfectly cooked game meat covered in a port and redcurrant sauce. Notes of beach BBQ, charred mackerel and sweet langoustines develop, reminding us of a perfect summer day on Islay.

Finish

Smoked sea salt and dark fruit linger, leaving the palate slightly dry and ready for a second sip.

Note

This whisky was distilled in 1998 and bottled from a single Pedro Ximénez sherry butt. The balance of rich fruit and smoke is perfect and the signature notes of 1990s Laphroaig distillate are present and correct. Only 714 bottles were produced.

Source: Elements of Islay