Summary
Laphroaig Cask Strength Batch 012 is an Islay single malt whisky bottled at natural cask strength, offering a much more intense version of the distillery’s well-known smoky style. It is typically associated with bold peat smoke, medicinal notes, and a distinctly coastal character.
For a novice drinker, this is a powerful whisky that rewards slow sipping and, if desired, a few drops of water. Expect concentrated smoke, sea-influenced savoury notes, and the rich weight that comes with high strength bottling.
Common Notes
Tasting Notes
- Nose
- Intense peat smoke, iodine, seaweed, brine, and medicinal notes.
- Palate
- Powerful smoke and peat, with salty coastal character, ash, and a rich malty weight.
- Finish
- Long, warming, smoky, and medicinal with lingering brine and peat.
Additional Details
- Brand
- Laphroaig
- Series
- n/a
- Distilled At
- Bottled By
- unknown
- Bottle Label
- Batch 012
- ABV
- 60.1%
- Cask Strength?
- Yes
- Release Year
- 2020
