Laphroaig Distillery
ABV 54.7%
A deft, attractive, dram.
Michael Jackson
The Queen of the Moorlands
Laphroaig
Brand
Aged 12 Years, Rare Cask
Expression
Single Malt
Type
12
Age (Years)
54.7%
ABV
Islay
Region/Country
Independent Bottling
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Peaty. Dry. Smoky.
Palate: Begins with crisp, toasted (slightly burnt) hazelnuts. Develops a passion-fruit bitterness. Rounded out by a lemony, spicy, background.
Finish:
Comment: A deft, attractive, dram.
Score: 8
Taster
Nose: Chargrilled notes, barbecue embers, peppery extra-virgin olive oil, then a vanilla garnish.
Palate: Ultra-delicate with smoky vanilla, earthy, chargrilled notes opening up, while baked apples, vanilla sauce, juicy lemon and maltines.
Finish: Earthy, barbecued flourish with lightly luscious sweetness.
Comment: A cross between a trapeze artist and a tightrope walker: performs dazzling routines while retaining poise and balance.
Score: 8.5
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