Laphroaig 1974 31 Years Single Malt Whisky

Laphroaig 1974

Laphroaig

Islay · United Kingdom

3.1
★★★

6 ratings

Bottle Information

Age
31 years
ABV
49.7%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Laphroaig
Distillation Year
1974
Bottling Year
2005
Cask Types
Sherry Cask

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Lowest Price:€16,979.22(2024-08-30)

Tasting Notes & Reviews

Expert analysis and tasting impressions

1#1

right, tried this one neat, just a little splash of water. 🥃 first thing that hits ya is smoke, proper campfire smoke, but it's not too heavy, y'know? kinda sweet underneath. then there's honey, and some dried fruit, maybe raisin? makes it feel kinda rich and smooth going down. got a bit of a spice kick at the end, ginger or summin. and a bit of woodiness from the oak, pleasant like. overall, a real proper sipper. cozy. 👍 oh, and maybe a hint of salt? like a seaside breeze. interesting.

2#2

Just tried this whisky – oh wow, the smokiness hits you straight away, like a cozy log fire. 🔥 Very peaty and earthy too. Then comes this lovely honey sweetness, almost like a warm hug. 🍯😊 A bit of vanilla and caramel in there, making it smooth as anything. Finish is long and spicy, leaves a tingle on the tongue. 👍🥃 Sometimes get a hint of apple or citrus, but mostly smoky and sweet. A real treat on a cold evening. (Note: Might be a bit too bold for some, but I reckon it's smashing!)

3#3

Cheers mate 🥃 This one's kinda like a cozy autumn walk... crisp apples 🍎 & warm cinnamon up front, then boom 💥 that rich caramel hit. Finishes with a bit of honey oak & a whisper of smoke 🔥 Like sittin' by the fireplace, y'know? Really smooth on the tounge, almost like liquid shortbread biscuits 😋 Absolute belter, this one! 👌

4#4

So, first sip? Wow, that's warm. 🥃 Got a real malty sweetness, like golden syrup, and then a bit of citrus zing comes through. Orange peel, maybe? A hint of vanilla and some oakiness in the background. It’s smooth, but there’s a lovely little spicy kick at the finish – a bit of pepper or cinnamon? Smells like honey and a touch of smoke. Really moreish, actually. The kind you want to sip slowly on a rainy afternoon. 👌 No harshness, just a gentle warmth spreading. Really quite nice.

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