Laphroaig whisky

Laphroaig Legal battle with Lagavulin

Laphroaig's success has not been without struggle. Around the 19th century, it was engaged in a fierce legal battle with Lagavulin over an agency agreement they had. Under the agency agreement, Laphroaig was to sell their whisky to Lagavulin for their blend. Lagavulin won the case and Laphroaig had to wait for the agency agreement to run out and failed to renew it. Lagavulin blocked the Laphroaig water supply. They went to court again and Laphroaig won. In an attempt to produce the exact whisky as Laphroaig did, Lagavulin sourced the distillery manager from Laphroaig.  

What does Laphroaig Scotch whiskey Taste Like?

Laphroaig whisky has a rich flavor brought about by the smoke from Islay peat. It’s a renowned peated whisky for its boldness, smoky taste, hint of seaweed, and sweetness.

What makes Laphroaig special?

The use of Islay peat fuelled the fire to dry grains used in the process giving it the peat smoky taste. Water is drawn from the legendary Kilbride stream also plays a part in the taste and uniqueness of Laphroaig whiskey. Distillery methods used and maturation using different casks gives each bottle of Laphroaig a distinct flavor and ambiance.  

Laphroaig whiskey brands in Kenya

Laphroaig's success has not been without struggle. Around the 19th century, it was engaged in a fierce legal battle with Lagavulin over an agency agreement they had. Under the agency agreement, Laphroaig was to sell their whisky to Lagavulin for their blend. Lagavulin won the case and Laphroaig had to wait for the agency agreement to run out and failed to renew it. Lagavulin blocked the Laphroaig water supply. They went to court again and Laphroaig won. In an attempt to produce the exact whisky as Laphroaig did, Lagavulin sourced the distillery manager from Laphroaig.  

Laphroaig has gone to the world and Kenya has not been an exception. You will find bottles such as Laphroaig Four Oak, Laphroaig quarter cask, Laphroaig qa cask, Laphroaig px cask, Laphroaig 25 Years, Laphroaig an cuan mor, Laphroaig select, Laphroaig 10-Year-Old Scotch Whisky. 

• Laphroaig Four Oak 

A blend of spirit aged in four types of barrels; ex-Bourbon, small quarter cask, European oak hogsheads, and Virgin American oak (which are rarely used in Scotch whisky distillation). .It’s characterized by peat smoke, fruity sweetness, and toasted vanilla notes. The medicinal smoky notes bring out the uniqueness of Laphroaig. 

• Laphroaig Quarter Cask

It matured twice in American oak casks. The second maturation is done in a smaller cask which brings it to great contact with the wood. Has hints of banana, coconut, vanilla, and smoky peat with sweetness the signature notes of Laphroaig. 

1. Aged twice in American Oak Casks
2. Smaller Cask maturation 
3. Laphroaig is a complex whisky. Smoky peat and a hint of sweetness. 
4. Flavors of vanilla, coconut, and banana come from American oak 
5. Won San Francisco World Spirits Award Gold in 2019
6. Laphroaig should be enjoyed neat, on rocks, or a splash of water. 

• Laphroaig px cask

The sultanas, raisins, and sweet licorice flavors come from the ex-Px sherry cask in which it's finished. It’s Scotch single malt triple matured. Ex-bourbon barrels are used after distillation to give the notes of vanilla. It’s then placed in a small quarter-cask giving the velvety smoothness. Laphroaig PX casks are finished in ex-PX sherry casks which are made from European oak, filled with sweet, rich Pedro Ximinez Sherry. . Won 2019 San Francisco World Spirit Awards Double Gold. Laphroaig should be taken neat or with a splash of water. 

• Laphroaig 25 Years

Good things can wait. It aged for 25 years in large Oloroso sherry butts and ex-bourbon barrels. It's supremely smooth and among the most expensive whiskies in Kenya. Has vanilla from American oak and spiced apple from sherry casks. This whisky is not watered down, bottled ar cask strength. Laphroaig can be taken neat but if too strong a splash of water or a few ice cubes can do wonders. Geat for whisky purist, it’s whisky form source. 

• Laphroaig an cuan mor
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Cuan mor , meaning big ocean in Gaelic, was released for the Retail Travel market Laphroaig an cuan mor is matured in American white oak bourbon barrels and then finished in European Oak Casks. Virgin European oak is rarely used in finishing whiskey. It has a seaweed-heavy brine nose, mild smoke, and vanilla. Its thin bodied with a moderate barn to the tongue. Taste it neat or add some water to find out what works for you. Order your whisky from our online whisky shop and enjoy free delivery dial a drink service. 

• Laphroaig select

Laphroaig Select is a distinct blend of whiskies matured in Oloroso Sherry butts, Pedro Ximinez seasoned hogsheads, and first-fill ex-bourbon quarter casks. Its final maturation is done in new American oak hence adding the bold flavor. It’s a complex whisky with notes of peat, oak, and sweetness. It won the 2019 San Francisco World Spirt Awards Gold  

• Laphroaig 10 Year Old 

It's a single malt Scotch whisky made of barley cold smoked and dried at a peat fire. This peated whisky has a bold, smoky, hint of seaweed and sweetness. It has a truly long finish and shows Laphroaig's character. It's an ideal drink for a novice. Should be served neat or on ice. Dring fire of the malted barley is fulled by Islay peat. This gives Laphroaig a 10-year-Old peat flavor.