Released in 2004, this bottling was aged for around five years before being finished in a quarter cask for several months, the size of the cask is quite small, thus does not require such a long maturation. This remains a truly great achievement from Laphroaig.
Oily and buttery nose, with toffee, nuttiness, hickory, bicarbonate of soda, rum and raisin ice cream and zest.
Big rush of sweetness, in fact it’s an explosion of sweetness, with fiery chilli heat, TCP, sweet cereals and a touch of cola syrup.
Medium-length, but becomes fruity, with custard and cigar smoke.
If you like Lagavulin, but find it too expensive, or like Ardbeg but find it too pungent, this is the dram for you. Sweet, peat, and some complex smells and flavors develop over time in the glass. Great stuff.
One of my favourites,perfect during winter season. First sip burst in your mouth.Need to add few drops of water and wait few minutes - Perfect.
Why such a big increase with your prices in B.C.?
My personal favourite from the other Islay distillers. Has all the flavour and just the right amount of 'bite', not too strong but not too weak. Tastes of home.
I am unashamedly a Peat-addict and this Magnificent QC is like drinking straight from the Bog. I'm Home right here in Peat Heaven.
