Laphroaig 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 17742) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
- Distillery
- Laphroaig
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 56.4%
- Age
- 25 years
- Price
- £717
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Medicinal, Kippery, Leathery, Old Wood
- Description
- This 1997 Laphroaig matured for 25 years in a single refill hogshead, developing the Islay distillery's signature phenolic intensity and coastal brine; Douglas Laing released 167 bottles as part of the Xtra Old Particular series.
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Laphroaig 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 17742) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is a 25-year-old single malt from Laphroaig (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 56.4% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, oaky and peaty character — smokey, medicinal, kippery, leathery. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
This 1997 Laphroaig matured for 25 years in a single refill hogshead, developing the Islay distillery's signature phenolic intensity and coastal brine; Douglas Laing released 167 bottles as part of the Xtra Old Particular series.
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