Recent Reviews of Laphroaig 15 Year old

  • Laphroaig 15 Year old - Character and Sophistication

    By spiritsafe on 29th May 20112011-05-29T18:02:00

    97

    Colour The colour is that of gold spun from straw; clarified butter with a richness and depth that belies its character and sophistication. Body Medium body forming hundreds of thin, gossamer legs that… read more

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  • Laphroaig 15 Year old - Soft Wood

    By markjedi1 on 5th May 20102010-05-05T09:23:00

    85

    The color is almost the same as that of the 10 Year Old and the ABV is slightly higher. But that’s where the comparison ends. This one smells medicinal as well, but less sweet and even less peated than… read more

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  • Laphroaig 15 Year old - If you love the 10 yr. This is her sexier older sister.

    By Aedan382 on 27th Oct 20092009-10-27T11:39:00

    95

    The colour of apple juice marks the first impression of this beauty, to the poured dram I added a touch (4-5 drops) of water. The nose is less medicinal than the 10, but the iodine and salty smoke still… read more

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About the bottle

Profile

  • Distiller/brand: Laphroaig
  • Region: Islay
  • Bottler: Distillery Bottling
  • Age: 15 years old
  • Strength: 43%
  • Size: 70cl
  • Water Source: The Kilbride Dam.

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