Laphroaig Cairdeas 2020 Feis Ile Port & Wine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, 70cl, 52% ABV

The Laphroaig Cairdeas 2020 Feis Ile Edition is a unique single malt Scotch whisky bottled to celebrate the spirit of the Islay Whisky Festival. Despite the cancellation of the festival in 2020, this limited edition was crafted with the same dedication and enthusiasm, creating a rich and unique tasting experience. The whisky is matured in a combination of second-fill Ruby Port barriques and finished in red wine casks, producing a complex and layered profile.

Specifications:

• Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
• Country of Origin: Scotland
• Region: Islay
• Distillery: Laphroaig
• Series: Cairdeas 2020
• Bottling Year: 2020
• Alcohol Strength (ABV): 52%
• Bottle Size: 70cl

Tasting Notes:

• Aroma:

  • Ripe peaches
  • Plum jam
  • Dark berries
  • Hints of dark chocolate
  • Spicy cloves
  • Subtle undertones of charred oak

• Palate:

  • Intense medicinal peat smoke
  • Iodine
  • Rich dark chocolate
  • Sweet honey
  • Touch of spicy cinnamon

• Finish:

  • Long and lingering
  • Warm smoky embers
  • Faint whisper of coppery wine
  • Gradual fade of peat and sweetness

This robust single malt offers vibrant gold color with a hint of rose and a nose that blends strong peat smoke with iodine, dark chocolate, and fruits. On the palate, expect an interplay of medicinal and smoky flavors with chocolate and honey notes. The finish is warm and spicy, making it a remarkable embodiment of Laphroaig's characteristic complexity.