Laphroaig Lore Islay Single Malt

Description

Lore is a complex marriage of both classical Laphroaig styles and many ages of Laphroaig. The marriage draws from the peaty power of Laphroaig in the same vein as Quarter Cask but with the smoothness of double matured stock finished in European oak hogsheads. To add even further depth and complexity we used our heavily peated whisky matured in ex-Laphroaig barrels along with some fully sherry matured casks. To ensure none of this amazing flavour was lost we bottled Lore at a full 48% ABV and simply barrier filled before bottling. The result is stunningly complex.Tasting Notes Color Deep mahogany.Nose Rich and smoky with seaside minerals with a hint of ash and bitter chocolate drops. Vanilla follows with oily unroasted chestnuts and a hint of fudge with a malty sweetness. A drop of water adds a creamy clotted cream note with fruit appearing in the form of unripe citrus in a flan glaze.Palate Richly peaty with a spicy chilli bite.FINISHShort dry finish and a long sweet aftertaste.AwardsSan Francisco World Spirits Competition 2017 – Double Gold International Wine & spirit Competition 2017 – Silver International Spirits Challenge 2017 – Silver