Chieftain's Choice Laphroaig 12 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 62 by Dave Broom and Arthur Motley.

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Tasting Notes

Dave Broom Nose Very pale and prickly. Seems young and edgy with big seashore aromas. Drying fishing nets with a certain sweetness behind raffia, peat fire, oyster shells. Water adds a little depth and brings out a bitumen/freshly laid road note. Palate Softer than the nose suggests. Light oiliness and robust smokiness. Finish Oats. Comment A good, clean Laphroaig. Not exceptional, but true to character.

Arthur Motley Nose Creamy, medical peatiness, like lint bandages or plasters. There’s a good sweetness behind, with lemon bon-bons and sponge cake. A bit of spice. Palate Coal tar soap, and that vanilla creaminess is there, but cut through by a light creosote and some wood. Finish A little smoke, but relatively light and short. Comment Good young Islay, with an enticing nose.