Laphroaig Batch 17 is our testament to their diligence: an authentic, uncompromising whisky of glowing gold, matured for a decade and bottled at 58.3% ABV. We stay true to its powerful, rich character by barrier filtering from the cask to remove char particles and maintain purity. We don’t chill-filter, nor reduce its natural strength – what you pour is what we draw from the cask.
And it’s unmistakably us: a whisky where the peat smoke, heather and sea salt notes run wild, complemented by a bold sweetness from the first sip: stewed apple, vanilla cream and pears in syrup, kissed with a hint of cooling menthol.
Its finish rewards the adventurous: very long, with a prickly black pepper spice and sweet grassy smoke that fades into a tarry peat aroma.
Whatever your taste, you can enjoy it your way: neat to appreciate the purity and intensity of our Islay peat, or with water like we do at the distillery – the best way to release its gentle hazes without overpowering the palate.
This is how we do things – and we’re proud to share it with you.
Tasting Notes:
Our signature notes run wild alongside a soothing sweetness: stewed apple, vanilla cream and pears in syrup, followed by the familiar lappings of sea salt, herbal smoke, crisp seaweed and cooling menthol. Enjoy it neat or with water, for a gentle haze of glowing gold.
Colour: Glowing gold.
Nose: Sweet, vibrant and smoky. A zesty expression with notes of candied apple slices, crème brûlée & sugared pastries.
Palate: Initially sweet & fruity flavours are dominant, like stewed apple, vanilla cream & pears in syrup, followed by a wave of sea salt, peat and crisp seaweed.
Finish: Very long, with black pepper spice, antique, leather & a sweet grassy smoke, which fades to a tarry peat aroma.
"This is a lovely dram and a "must-try" for any Laphroaig fan ..." - /r/Scotch (user: rainy_shares) 90/100
"The Laphroaig 10 Years Cask Strength Batch 17 delivers, but it sure isn't for everybody. Yes, I described it as relatively mellow, but that's only compared to some previous batches. This is still a wild ride." - Words of Whisky (87 Points)
