Laphroaig LORE Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 48%

In a region crowded with famous names, Laphroaig has quietly gone about its business for generations. This particular release from Islay shows a side of the distillery worth slowing down for.

Expert's description

Laphroaig LORE Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48% is a Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured on ex-bourbon-, quarter cask- and Oloroso sherry casks and bottled at 48%.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Stewed fruit, walnut and a gentle sherry spice.

Palate

Christmas cake, orange peel and a spiced oak backbone.

Finish

Dry and nutty with a final touch of pepper.

Specifications

Name: Laphroaig LORE Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48%
Distillery: Laphroaig
Region/Country: Islay
Type: Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 48%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Ex-bourbon-, quarter cask- and Oloroso sherry casks
Edition: LORE
EAN no.: 5010019652019

Flavour Profile

Sherried · Smooth · Smoky · Spiced

Investment Potential

Medium. LORE draws on some of the oldest casks in Laphroaig's warehouses and is released without a fixed vintage number, meaning the exact cask composition is not repeated batch to batch.

Did you know?

The name LORE refers to the oral stories and traditions passed down at the distillery over generations, and the whisky combines some of Laphroaig's oldest surviving casks.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Laphroaig LORE Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48%

What flavours can you expect from Laphroaig LORE Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48%?

On the nose you will find stewed fruit, walnut and a gentle sherry spice. The palate offers Christmas cake, orange peel and a spiced oak backbone, while the finish brings dry and nutty with a final touch of pepper.

What role does cask maturation play in Laphroaig LORE Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48%?

The cask, ex-bourbon-, quarter cask- and Oloroso sherry casks, plays a central role in shaping the character, giving Laphroaig LORE Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48% a depth that a neutral cask simply could not provide.

How should Laphroaig LORE Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48% be served?

Laphroaig LORE Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48% is best enjoyed at room temperature in a nosing glass, allowing the aromas to open up fully. A few drops of water can help at higher cask strength.

What is the distillery behind Laphroaig LORE Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48% known for?

Laphroaig er et skotsk destilleri med en lang og karakterfuld historie.

Is Laphroaig LORE Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48% suitable as a gift for a whisky enthusiast?

Yes, Laphroaig LORE Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48% is a solid choice as a gift for a whisky enthusiast, especially thanks to the story and character behind the bottle.

How should Laphroaig LORE Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48% be stored?

Laphroaig LORE Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48% keeps best stored upright or on its side in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight. An opened bottle retains its quality for several years if stored correctly.