Experience the harmonious clash of tradition and innovation with the Laphroaig 10 Year Old Sherry Oak Finish. This expression from Islay's iconic distillery beautifully melds the intense peat character of Laphroaig with the sweetness of sherry oak casks, creating a nuanced whiskey of remarkable depth.
The Laphroaig 10 Year Old Sherry Oak Finish greets the senses with a vibrant mixture of peat smoke and salted caramel on the nose, hinting at the unique journey to follow. The palate reveals a captivating ensemble of dried fruit, toasted nuts, and Laphroaig's signature maritime peatiness. These flavors elegantly dovetail into a long, lingering finish featuring notes of sherry sweetness and gentle smoke.
The Laphroaig 10 Year Old Sherry Oak Finish is a testament to the distillery's mastery of cask maturation. It starts life as the classic 10 Year Old, maturing in ex-bourbon barrels, before being transferred to carefully selected sherry casks for a final flourish. The result is a Laphroaig that bears the influence of sherry oak without sacrificing the distillery's renowned peaty profile.