The Laphroaig 34yo The Ian Hunter Story Book 5 Ex-Bourbon is the final release in the esteemed Enduring Spirit series, celebrating the enduring legacy of Ian Hunter, the last member of the Johnston family to own and manage the Laphroaig distillery. This exceptional 34-year-old single malt whisky was carefully matured in a combination of first-fill ex-bourbon American Oak barrels and Pedro Ximenez European Oak Hogsheads, resulting in a profound, rich copper hue.
The nose unveils itself with classic Laphroaig peat, light floral malt, candyfloss, and delicate hints of blueberry and raspberry. The palate is an intricate dance of sweetness and spice, featuring notes of iconic Laphroaig peat, cold barbecue ash, salted caramel, butterscotch, roasted chestnut, a whisper of peach, dried flowers, and a touch of white pepper. The finish is long-lasting, peaty, and malty, accompanied by a lingering sweetness.
This remarkable whisky stands as a tribute to Ian Hunter, the visionary who introduced American White Oak barrels to the Laphroaig whisky-making process, significantly influencing the distillery's signature character. Each book in the series narrates an important chapter of Ian Hunter's story, and this 34-year-old cask-strength bottling, from the 1987 vintage, forms the fifth and final release in this celebrated series.
The Ian Hunter Story series honors Ian Hunter's legacy, the last Johnston family member to own and manage the Laphroaig distillery, and his impact on the whisky-making process, particularly the introduction of American White Oak barrels.
This 34-year-old whisky was matured in a combination of first-fill ex-bourbon American Oak barrels and Pedro Ximenez European Oak Hogsheads.
The whisky features a rich array of flavors including classic Laphroaig peat, cold barbecue ash, salted caramel, butterscotch, roasted chestnut, a hint of peach, dried flowers, and white pepper.
The Laphroaig 34yo The Ian Hunter Story Book 5 Ex-Bourbon is a masterful creation that beautifully encapsulates the storied legacy of Ian Hunter and the Laphroaig distillery. With its deep, rich copper color and intricate flavor profile, this whisky is a fitting tribute to a man whose innovations continue to shape the character of Laphroaig's whisky. It's a must-have for any serious whisky collector or Laphroaig enthusiast.
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