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A bottle of Laphroaig 10 Year Old Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky. We estimate this was bottled in the early 1980s, before the distillery was awarded its royal warrant. This Laphroaig 10 Year Old sold at our online auction for GBP 650
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A bottle of Laphroaig 10 Year Old Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky. We estimate this was bottled in the early 1980s, before the distillery was awarded its royal warrant. This Laphroaig 10 Year Old sold at our online auction for GBP 650
Listed value is based on sold auction prices and inclusive of auction fees (not including tax and shipping).
87 / 100 · Based on 2 published reviews.
The contrast is what makes this Laphroaig appealing to me: smoky peat and lingering smoke sit alongside citrus, red berries and green apple, while salted toffee and caramel give the sweeter side some weight. Its Scottish Islay single-malt identity is clear in that peat-led direction, with oak undertones and toasted nuts adding a drier counterpoint. The medium-length finish keeps smoke present without making it the only thing to notice. A well-defined character, though peat remains central.
The contrast between smoky peat and rich caramel gives this a clear, appealing character, while green apple adds a fresher note. It sounds warmly rounded without losing its smoky edge.