Laphroaig Cairdeas White Port & Madeira Casks Scotch Whisky 700mL

Discover the beautifully complex world of Laphroaig Cairdeas White Port & Madeira Casks Scotch Whisky. Harking back to celebrated Cirdeas releases of yore, the 2023 expression is a captivating blend of rich histories and expert craftsmanship. Delve deep into this single malt’s profound layers as three quarters of it reveal smoky, spicy notes, alongside luscious sweet fruit hints, all thanks to its maturation in second-fill Madeira casks. The final leg of its journey, undergone in first-fill Port caskspredominantly white portendows it with refreshing crisp fruit nuances coupled with an enigmatic woody depth. An evolution in the Laphroaig legacy, this whisky gracefully extends its hand to both seasoned aficionados and spirited newcomers.

COLOR:Soft burnished gold.

NOSE:Cinnamon, freshly ground ginger, crisp green apple with notes of toasted peaches, charred orange peel, and caramelized sugar with a whisper of bonfire embers.

PALATE:Honey sweetness paired with juicy citrus characters and delicate notes of hazelnut, tannic oak, dark chocolate and slightly bitter caramel leading to earthy iodine-rich smoke.

FINISH:Sweet and smooth with a lingering earthy peat and creosote phenolic character. A slight sea-salt sensation to finish.

MATURATION:Double matured with three quarters aged in Madeira casks and the final quarter aged in White Port casks.