Laphroaig 1997 Highgrove 12 Year Old Single Cask #135 Single Malt Scotch Whisky, 70cl, 46% ABV

Distilled at the renowned Laphroaig distillery, this exclusive 12-year-old single cask whisky was bottled in 2009 specifically for Highgrove. With its origins in Islay, this edition from cask #135 is a true connoisseur’s dram, celebrated for its limited availability and connection to royalty.

Specifications:

• Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
• Country of Origin: Scotland
• Region: Islay
• Distillery: Laphroaig
• Collection: Highgrove
• Vintage: January 15, 1997
• Year of Bottling: 2009
• Cask Number: 135
• Age Statement: 12 Year Old
• Alcohol Strength (ABV): 46%
• Bottle Size: 70cl (700ml)

Tasting Notes:

• Aroma:

  • Bright notes of citrus and dried apricot
  • Layers of ripe red berries
  • Hints of anise and fresh thyme
  • A depth of charred oak

• Palate:

  • Dominant honeyed malt and spiced pear
  • Gentle smoked almond undertones
  • Subtle dark chocolate and salted toffee
  • Creamy texture adds richness

• Finish:

  • Long and warming
  • Caramelized nuts and lingering oak smoke
  • Leaves a graceful and sophisticated fade

Enjoy this rare offering that encompasses both the tradition of Laphroaig’s renowned craftsmanship and the charm and exclusivity of Highgrove. Perfect for those who appreciate a richly layered and elegant single malt.