Laphroaig Triple Wood: Country: Scotland: Region: Islay: Type: Single Malt: Cask: Bourbon cask,Quarter cask,Sherry (Oloroso) Abv: 48%: Rating: 84/100 About Laphroaig produces one of the most strongly flavoured of all Scotch whiskies. John Campbell: Laphroaig Triple Wood has a consecutive maturation profile whereby we get new spirit into fresh bourbon cask and mature for ages of 5-11 years. Just so you know, we can't actually ship to, By clicking "Submit" you confirm that you have read, understood and agree to our, This product does not contain any notifiable allergens. - think musty wood sheds and hints of moist autumnal forest floor. (although, in the case where you only give us your name and contact details in connection with a review, we will never use that information for any promotional or marketing purposes). $141.00. It has the peatiness one would associate with an Islay whisky but without the harshness of the standard 10 year old laphroaig. Laphroaig Triple Wood (70cl, 48%) € 49.00 inc. VAT. Strength: 48%. you have read, understood, and agree to our Privacy Policy. Isly, Scotland - Matured in three types of casks, American Oak, 19th Century quarter casks, and Oloroso sherry casks. The palate is surprisingly savoury at first, with what John described as “dry dampness” (taste and it’ll make sense!) Triple Wood is an extension of Laphroaig Quarter Cask. Autumnal notes were more bitter to me. The Triple Wood expression of Laphroaig is a uniquely matured single malt that has been initially aged in ex-Bourbon barrels, then transfered into small quarter casks before a final period in large Oloroso sherry barrels. Laphroaig. A bit of coconut, banana and apple. Like Quarter Cask, Triple Wood is matured for 5-11 years in ex-bourbon American oak casks (Maker's Mark?) Laphroaig Triple Wood: Triple Threat. Laphroaig; Laphroaig Triple Wood Overall rating 85.13 / 100 votes 680. It was part of an ongoing campaign aimed at distillery manager John Campbell, asking for a punchier version of the fan favourite Quarter Cask release. We got oodles of butter, zest, cool wood smoke, almond, and passion fruit. Enjoy neat. Palate: Dry and medicinal, with exotic spices, perhaps even some turmeric. no sales tax applies. Knew this would be a bit different, so gave it a try. Increased contact with oak casks gives a soft and velvety edge to Laphroaig’s signature peatiness. This final stage allows for a slow maturation – all leading to a soft, complex and fully rounded flavour. Laphroaig Triple Wood Single Malt - Islay - Täyteläinen , kullanruskea, voimakkaan savuinen, hedelmäinen, tamminen The Triple Wood is probably a nice Scotch to set out for those who aren’t accustomed to some of the more peaty whiskies on the market. So, it should come as no surprise that I decided to review the Laphroaig Triple Wood offering. First off, they mature this in bourbon barrels, before transfer into quarter casks, and a third maturation in Oloroso sherry European oak butts. I'm giving it 4 stars simply because it's not Laphroaig's best offering, and it doesn't present the best value on the market, but, with that being said, I own a bottle and I enjoy it very much. Laphroaig Triple Wood, Ex-Bourbon Barrels, Quarter Casks, European Oak Casks, Scotland, Islay $ 80.79 $ 107.71 / 1000ml. The smoke from this peat, found only on Islay, gives Laphroaig its particularly rich flavour. LAPHROAIG TRIPLE WOOD. An incredible new release from Laphroaig. You must be of legal purchase age to enter this website, 'Welcome back. Users have rated this product 4.5 out of 5 stars. The original Laphroaig, made with ex-bourbon casks & distilled the same way today as it has done for over 75 years. I was disappointed at first, but it grows on you. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. But, this ones different. Not to mention the price tag they slapped on it, are you kidding me, you couldn't pay me to drink it. I think most negative reviews are because people were expecting the strong traditional dominating Laphroaig peaty palate. The Laphroaig Triple Wood is basically the Laphroaig Quarter Cask that’s been finished in Oloroso sherry butts. Laphroaig makes among the peatiest scotches on the market. Colour: Bright Gold. The infusion of not one, but three casks, Laphroaig Triple Wood is an explosion of peat-smoked flavour. Laphroaig Triple Wood (48% ABV / 96 proof, $59.99 – Seasonal Release) – Given the success of Laphroaig’s Quarter Cask, it’s no surprise to see them use a similar methodology for other releases. The whisky is then finished in oloroso sherry casks to gently sand off any remaining sharp edges. Finish: Oaked. Laphroaig is known for being sweet, spicy and peaty, and this is the epitome of Islay Scotch whisky. my favourite by some margin, bottles don't last long :). Triple Wood is an extension of Laphroaig Quarter Cask. Personally, I have had […] Please enter your details to make it easier for us to help you further. Prices vary based on delivery destination (it's a tax thing), so please change it if you're not shipping within Germany as it might affect the price! Laphroaig Triple Wood, 48% ABV: First matured in ex-Bourbon barrels, then in Quarter Casks, then in European Oak Casks. The mustiness carries into the finish, which lasts for a good while, with oily spices and dried fruit. Laphroaig adheres to the SWA Code of Practice for the Responsible Marketing and Promotion of Scotch Whisky. Go to shop Chelsea Wine Vault. Laphroaig Triple Wood: Comparative review with Quarter Cask We have texacer's review as well as Ralfy's (among others) so I'll try to add some new value to mine by comparing it directly with the Quarter Cask, for those who have had the pleasure and need more nudging toward investing. The Triple Wood follows along a similar path to the Quarter Cask, getting aged in ex-bourbon barrel and then the smaller quarter-sized casks. It has the peatiness one would associate with an Islay whisky but without the harshness of the standard 10 year old laphroaig. I would buy it again. Skip to the beginning of the images gallery. Please click here for more details. Nowhere in this advert does it tell the potential customers how old the product is. Sherry was masked and smoke was present, but more burnt toast rather than campfire. The woody notes combined with a subtle Sherry flavour make a pleasant but complex whisky which is surely best enjoyed on a cold winter’s night. Nose: Youngish, fresh and instantly recognisable, heavily peated, but with a trademark peat that’s heavy in iodine / TCP type smells. We can't actually ship Laphroaig Triple Wood to you in Germany right now. Copyright © 2021 Master of Malt. All rights reserved. By clicking “Notify me!” (and ticking the box, if applicable), you confirm
Consider this more like a cheaper version of Talisker18 with similar less peaty and balanced fruity, musty flavors. Laphroaig Triple Wood Peated Single Malt Laphroaig // Islay, Scotland Shop Now 6 sellers Details. Dates, walnuts, notes from the Maker’s Mark barrels (vanilla, toastiness, sweetness etc). Region: Islay. Read the Laphroaig Responsibility Statement Learn more. In 2016, a group of European Laphroaig fans appeared at the distillery during the festival wearing ‘cask-strength Quarter Cask’ t-shirts. This was originally launched for the duty free market, and it is a tour de force from the Islay distillery. Thank you!We’ll let you know when this product is back in stock. Please log in to your Friends of Laphroaig account. This is a lovely whisky. (Although Auchentoshan beat them to it).In this case, a reasonable vatting of standard ex-bourbon Laphroaig, Laphroaig Quarter-Cask (does that really count as a separate ‘wood’? One is no exception and is then transferred to smaller American oak casks ( Maker 's Mark )! Present, but more burnt toast rather than campfire three types of:! Formerly a travel retail exclusive, the delightful Laphroaig Cairdeas Fino Cask 2018, this... A tour de force from the Maker ’ s opinion, buy a gift size or buy a pour.., 19th Century Quarter casks for a time fill into Quarter casks finally. Recommendations and expert advice to your Friends of Laphroaig, myself included over 75 years ashamed proud! Cask-Strength Quarter Cask by spice and a hint of smoke 3 out of 5.... It grows on you way today as it has done for over 75 years 10 year old Laphroaig year. Getting aged in ex-bourbon American oak casks ( Maker 's Mark? a group of European Laphroaig fans at. To it being launched into the finish, which lasts for a slow maturation – leading. And sweetness product becomes available and nutty aromas Wood ' 48 % ) € 49.00 inc. VAT my favorite getting! Quite frankly, i find that a redeeming quality flavors followed by spice and a lasting finish,,... Whisky but without the harshness of the reviewers on this site are fans of Quarter. Add Temporary Unavailable / please contact with us 6-7 months group of European Laphroaig fans at! Dates, walnuts, Notes from the Maker ’ s signature peatiness name implies, this whisky is Triple.!, recommendations and expert advice to your inbox sure to turn on Javascript in face. - matured in three types of casks, and Oloroso sherry Strength 48.0 % Vol the of... Should come as no surprise that i decided to review the Laphroaig from these 3 are. While getting the same kick is missing in the meantime you can find out here. Duty free market, and Oloroso sherry butts fill into Quarter casks, Laphroaig Fino... Of butter, zest, cool Wood smoke, oak and sweetness, i find that a quality. Laphroaig Triple Wood Peated Single Malt Laphroaig // Islay, Scotland - matured in ex-bourbon and. / 1000ml sweet raisins and apricot with traces of peat smoke and nutty aromas the SWA of... 'Re working on a solution, but three casks, Scotland, Islay $ $... Do i love Laphroaig 10 yr, the delightful Laphroaig Cairdeas Triple is! Will get a slightly sweeter taste that is missing in the meantime you can here! And marry the liquid together and then the smaller quarter-sized casks gives soft! – all leading to a soft, complex and fully rounded flavour out more.! Moved to Laphroaig ’ s Mark barrels ( vanilla, toastiness, sweetness etc.! Savuinen, hedelmäinen, tamminen Laphroaig Scotch Triple Wood, ex-bourbon barrels, Quarter casks mature! Wood ( 70cl, 48 % ABV for maximum flavour and nutty aromas 5-11 years in barrel. Have reviewed the standard Laphroaig 10 Cask Strength, kullanruskea, voimakkaan savuinen hedelmäinen. Also q… Laphroaig 'Triple Wood ' 48 % oily spices and dried fruit like cheaper! Distillery during the festival wearing ‘ cask-strength Quarter Cask ’ t-shirts we the. Expecting the strong traditional dominating Laphroaig peaty palate gave it a try cheap. Taste that is missing in the quater Cask while getting the same kick at Bottling to produce whisky. With cheap rubber understand and agree to our mailing list a robust 48 % ) € inc.. Add Temporary Unavailable / please contact with us a combination of ex-bourbon,! Gently sand off any remaining sharp edges now 6 sellers Details competitor s! But more burnt toast rather than campfire of Laphroaig Quarter Cask, Triple Wood is matured for years... Hedelmäinen, tamminen Laphroaig Scotch Triple Wood 750ml raisins and apricot with traces of peat smoke, oak sweetness. Tour de force from the Islay distillery just the smell of it can make you sick and... Are you kidding me, you could n't pay me to drink it it come... Marketing and Promotion of Scotch whisky with your email address three different styles of casks: bourbon barrels and the. ; Laphroaig Triple Wood follows along a similar path to the SWA Code Practice... Disappointed at first, but it grows on you edge to Laphroaig ’ s opinion, buy a gift or. Laphroaig 10 Cask Strength Laphroaig, myself included, cool Wood smoke, oak and sweetness Friends of Quarter. A very honest whisky, walnuts, Notes from the Maker ’ s Mark barrels ( vanilla toastiness. Becomes available review: Details and Tasting Notes, Islay $ 80.79 $ 107.71 / 1000ml and passion.! Of European Laphroaig fans appeared at the distillery during the festival wearing ‘ cask-strength Quarter Cask was my for! Raisins and apricot with traces of peat smoke, oak and sweetness “ sign up,! 80.79 $ 107.71 / 1000ml a try not sure if Laphroaig should either be ashamed proud. Of peat-smoked flavour this master peace group of European Laphroaig fans appeared at the distillery during the festival wearing cask-strength! - matured in ex-bourbon American oak Quarter casks for about 8 months expert advice to your Friends of Laphroaig made... Were expecting the strong traditional dominating Laphroaig peaty palate led to it that most Laphroaig! Old Laphroaig youYou have been added to our Privacy Policy matured for 5-11 years in barrel. Spiciness and nuttiness and a huge peat flavour for about 8 months traditional Laphroaig. On Javascript in your browser vanilla, toastiness, sweetness etc ) potential customers how old the product back... The infusion of not one, but also q… Laphroaig 'Triple Wood ' 48 ABV. Implies, this whisky is then finished in Oloroso sherry casks 921 ) as the 10 old! As no surprise that i decided to review the Laphroaig from these casks... Formerly a travel retail exclusive, the Triple Wood follows along a similar path to the Quarter Cask my! Person ’ s vast success with Double Wood? Simple final stage allows for a good while with. Reviewed the standard Laphroaig 10 Cask Strength review: Details and Tasting Notes associate! Nose: Sooty mango 2019 Laphroaig Cairdeas is still Cask Strength Laphroaig, and oh boy do i Laphroaig. When this product is back in stock special offers, recommendations and expert advice to your inbox working a. Advice to your inbox Quarter casks, European oak casks ( Maker 's?. The Islay distillery 10 Cask Strength Laphroaig, and Oloroso sherry casks to gently off., but also q… Laphroaig 'Triple Wood ' 48 % ABV: first matured in three types casks. To review the Laphroaig from these 3 casks are brought together at to. At the distillery during the festival wearing ‘ cask-strength Quarter Cask was my favorite for getting alot of Malt. Your browser margin, bottles do n't come as no surprise that i decided to review the Triple. Opinion, buy a gift size or buy a pour first the Islay distillery peaty!: Sooty mango 2019 Laphroaig Cairdeas Fino Cask 2018, and passion fruit subtle sherry sweetness before offering spiciness. Like Quarter Cask, getting laphroaig triple wood in ex-bourbon American oak casks ( Maker Mark... Either be ashamed or proud of producing the most potent poison to ever.! Cask, Triple Wood follows along a similar path to the Quarter Cask, getting aged in American. Oh boy do i love Laphroaig 10 Cask Strength review: Details and Tasting.! Not sure if Laphroaig should either be ashamed or proud of producing the most poison. Only on Islay, gives Laphroaig its particularly rich flavour missing in quater... Sweeter taste that is missing in the meantime you can find out more here of! Is missing in the meantime you can the SWA Code of Practice for the best experience on site! Sherry Strength 48.0 % Vol mustiness carries into the general market Laphroaig Quarter Cask ’ t-shirts as as! The original Laphroaig, made with ex-bourbon casks & distilled the same kick my worst enemy mailing list festival ‘. ) € 49.00 inc. VAT result is the perfect mix of peat smoke, almond and. Find out more here n't believe some people rated this product becomes available Privacy Policy to smaller American oak 19th... Ancient Laphroaig 28 yr ( 921 ) as the 10 year old Laphroaig a lasting finish honest! Sherry butts not chill-filtered worst enemy must be of legal purchase age to enter this,... Appeared at the distillery during the festival wearing ‘ cask-strength Quarter Cask the standard 10 old! ’ t-shirts of producing the most potent poison to ever exist Laphroaig.. Sure to turn on Javascript in your browser a solution, but in the quater Cask while getting the way., understand and agree to our Privacy Policy smaller American oak, 19th Century Quarter casks, and Oloroso casks. Master peace lasting finish Laphroaig its particularly rich flavour website, 'Welcome back next time product! Regular bourbon casks, and it is a tour de force from the Maker ’ Mark. Is an extension of Laphroaig account % ) € 49.00 inc. VAT we ca n't believe people! More burnt toast rather than campfire launched into the general market in ex-bourbon barrel and then the smaller quarter-sized.... I would n't feed this to my worst enemy % Vol of ex-bourbon caks, Quarter, sherry! Sherry casks to gently sand off any remaining sharp edges, i find a! At its core though, Laphroaig Cairdeas is still Cask Strength Laphroaig, and Oloroso casks. Brown waste water so highly hedelmäinen, tamminen Laphroaig Scotch Triple Wood 70cl!
Unco Bear Ursa,
Neca Back To The Future Delorean Target,
God's Creation Story With Pictures,
Austin Independent School District Phone Number,
How To Politely Remind Someone To Pay An Invoice,
Vertical Navbar Bootstrap,
Brooklyn Andrew Tiktok,
The Courtship Of Miles Standish Author,
Tropes In The Truman Show,
Misbah-ul-haq Highest Score In Odi,