Laphroaig

Whisky Laphroaig Four Oak 100cl - Giftbox

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Format: 100 cl

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Technical information
Producer Laphroaig
Type Whisky
Aromatic profile Smoky, peaty, notes of vanilla and oak
Ingredients Malted barley, water, yeast
Format 100 cl
Gradation 40.0%
Type of cask Four types of oak barrels
Aging Minimum 10 years
Distillation method Distillation in copper stills
Number of distillations 2
Filtration Cold filtration
Color Intense amber
Consumption Neat, with water or ice

Laphroaig Four Oak Whisky is an unmistakable spirit hailing directly from the historic island of Islay, in Scotland. Notoriously appreciated by whisky connoisseurs for its distinctive character and the richness of its flavors, Four Oak is a unique expression created through the use of four different types of casks: American oak used for bourbon, European oaks that contained sherry, toasted American oak barrels, and finally new American oak barrels.

This complex maturation process imparts deep and enveloping notes to this whisky. On the nose, peat, chocolate, and vanilla aromas stand out, while on the palate a rich array of flavors comes into play, including notes of dried fruit, spices, and a persistent smoky accent. The finish is long and decidedly marine, with a hint of sweetness that balances the robust presence of peat.

Presented in an elegant gift box, Laphroaig Four Oak is an ideal option for a special gift, capable of satisfying even the most discerning palates of whisky lovers.


Distillery

Laphroaig

Distillery

Discover the spirits, production style and story of Laphroaig.

Laphroaig is a historic producer of single malt Scotch whiskies founded on the southern coast of Islay. It is known for the strongly peaty and maritime character of its whiskies, achieved by barley malt smoked with local peat and the fresh water from the Kilbride Stream.
whisky Scottish single malt Islay single malt peated whisky
Country Scotland, United Kingdom
Region Islay / Argyll and Bute
Founded 1815

Distillation

Double distillation in copper pot stills (pot still); the plant comprises seven stills (3 wash, 4 spirit) with high lyne arms and cut points designed to preserve tarry and maritime notes.

Ageing

Maturation in oak casks in coastal warehouses; seasonal variation (expansion in summer, contraction in winter) promotes interaction between wood and spirit. Frequent use of ex-bourbon for the base with finishes or re-racking in different wood types for specific expressions.

Raw materials

barley malt peat (Islay peat) water (Kilbride Stream) yeast

Representative products

Whisky Laphroaig 10Y Cask Strenght 70cl - Tube Whisky Laphroaig 10Yo - 70cl Whisky Laphroaig Four Oak 100cl - Gift box Whisky Laphroaig Islay PX Cask 100cl- Tube Whisky Laphroaig Legacy 1815 Cl.70 - Tube Whisky Laphroaig Lore Islay 70cl - Tube Whisky Laphroaig Quarter Cask 48ø cl.70 Whisky Laphroaig Quarter Cask 70cl - Gift box Whisky Laphroaig Select 70cl - Tube Whisky Laphroaig Triple Wood 100cl - Tube

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