Old Malt Cask / Aged 17 Years, Rum Finish

Old Malt Cask

Laphroaig

Aged 17 Years, Rum Finish

ABV 50%
REVIEWED Issue 44

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Specifications

Brand: Laphroaig, Old Malt Cask, Douglas Laing
Expression: Aged 17 Years, Rum Finish
Type: Scotland Whisky / Single Malt
Age: 17 years old
ABV: 50%
Country/Region: Scotland / Islay
Bottling type: Independent Bottling
Bottled by: Douglas Laing

Tasting notes

Taster Michael Jackson

Nose: Very dry smoky phenols.
Palate: Lightly oily. Firm. Then exploding with dry, peppery flavours.
Finish: Warming, digestif.
Comment: Confident. Slightly austere.

8.5

Taster Marcin Miller

Nose: Attractive and harmonious. Lavender. More bed linen when reduced. Creamy.
Palate: Peanuts (with skin on), soft mocha and chocolate. Pistachio nuts.
Finish: Pistachio ice cream. Good length.
Comment: Good complexity, weight and mouthfeel but lacking balance.

7.0

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