Laphroaig 17 Year Old 1989 - Fèis Ìle 2007
- Distillery
- Laphroaig
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 50.3%
- Age
- 17 years
- Price
- £999
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Medicinal, Kippery, Leathery
- Description
- Islay's rugged coastlines are known for producing whiskies like this Laphroaig 17 Year Old, tagged by people as 'Kippery' and 'Leathery'. With its 50.3% ABV, it promises a robust experience that hints at its medicinal and smoky reputation. At £999, it's either a collector's dream or a curious gamble. This whisky tells a story of Islay's unmistakable character, leaving an open question: worth the splurge?
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✦ Neatly Summary
Laphroaig 17 Year Old 1989 - Fèis Ìle 2007 is a 17-year-old single malt from Laphroaig (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 50.3% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, peaty and oaky character — smokey, medicinal, kippery, leathery. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Islay's rugged coastlines are known for producing whiskies like this Laphroaig 17 Year Old, tagged by people as 'Kippery' and 'Leathery'. With its 50.3% ABV, it promises a robust experience that hints at its medicinal and smoky reputation. At £999, it's either a collector's dream or a curious gamble. This whisky tells a story of Islay's unmistakable character, leaving an open question: worth the splurge?
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