Recent Reviews of Laphroaig 18 Year old

  • Laphroaig 18 Year old - Forrest walk

    By markjedi1 on 12th Jun 20112011-06-12T09:08:00

    85

    In 2009 the new 18 Year Old hit the shelves, replacing the popular 15 Year Old. It is bottled at an ABV of 48%, similar to the Quarter Cask (while the 15 Year Old was bottled at 43%). Color-wise, they are… read more

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  • Laphroaig 18 Year old - Older, Bolder and Flirtatious

    By spiritsafe on 29th May 20112011-05-29T18:10:00

    89

    Colour In the sunlight, the 18 is reminiscent of liquid topaz – a brilliant yellow-gold; on the glass, it is the colour of honeycomb and captured sunlight. Body Medium body (though I found this to be… read more

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  • Laphroaig 18 Year old - 18 Years Of Bottled Brutality

    By rwbenjey on 1st Aug 20102010-08-01T02:49:00

    90

    I can understand why those who coveted the 15 Year were a little disappointed by this. It's age reflects youth rather than refinement. Granted, it's not as powerful as it's youngest brothers, but it … read more

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  • Distiller/brand: Laphroaig
  • Region: Islay
  • Age: 18 years
  • Strength: 48%%
  • Size: 70cl
  • Water Source: The Kilbride Dam.

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