Murray McDavid Benchmark - LAPHROAIG 17YO Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Murray McDavid Benchmark - LAPHROAIG 17YO Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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Limited Release, 264 bottles
Laphroaig Distillery famously produces one of the peatiest whiskies in the world. The peat bogs on Islay are built up over thousands of years and it is this peat which is used to create their iconic spirits.
Laphroaig, distilled on the south coast of Islay, is famed for its powerfully peaty spirit. Unusually filled directly into a Sherry hogshead, this smoky, heavy malt has been tamed with rich, luscious fruit. It is notoriously difficult to balance peat with a heavy Sherry maturation. The Whisky Creation's Team expertise in maturation has nevertheless resulted in this sublime example of the art.
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Bottle Tasting Notes
NOSE: sugared almonds, medicinal, sea spray
PALATE: sweet peat, oak spice, pine, hazelnut
Distillery Notes
At Murray McDavid, we understand the importance of maturation in the making of whisky. Using our many years of experience and the best oak casks from around the world, we create diverse styles of inspired Scotch whisky.
Our Whisky Creations Team travel the world in search of good wood. We select sherry casks from the bodegas of Spain, fortified wine casks from Madeira, port pipes from Portugal and a wide selection of wine barriques from Europe’s finest vineyards. We also seek out American oak barrels from bourbon makers in the United States and rum casks from distilleries in the Caribbean. We have exclusive wood supply agreements with our cask suppliers, such as the Koval Distillery in Chicago and the Murça wine cooperative in Portugal.
It’s our emphasis on getting the best casks and practising the Art of Maturation that makes Murray McDavid’s whiskies truly special.
BENCHMARK - Outstanding single malts
