Single Malt John Milroy Selection Refill Hogshead Cask No 32 18YO Bottled 2015
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As a distilled spirit, this bottle is fully matured upon release and will remain in peak condition indefinitely when stored upright away from direct sunlight. Once opened, it is best enjoyed within 1 to 3 years to appreciate its full aromatic complexity.
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Raw oysters on the half shell, strong blue cheeses such as Roquefort, and high-quality dark chocolate.
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Hailing from the wind-swept southern coast of Islay, Laphroaig is legendary for its uncompromisingly smoky, medicinal, and maritime character. This rare independent bottling by the esteemed John Milroy Selection represents an 18-year-old expression matured in a single refill hogshead (Cask No. 32) and bottled in 2015. John Milroy, a pioneer in the single malt world, was famous for hand-selecting casks that show a distillery's true character. The use of a refill hogshead allows the intense, medicinal peat smoke of Laphroaig to soften over nearly two decades, revealing complex layers of sea salt, sweet vanilla, citrus peel, and gentle oak spice without being overshadowed by heavy wood influence. It is a testament to Islay's rugged terroir and the art of patient maturation.
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Established in 1815 by brothers Donald and Alexander Johnston, Laphroaig Distillery is situated on the rugged south coast of the Isle of Islay, Scotland. Celebrated globally for its distinctively bold, peaty, and medicinal character, the distillery remains one of the few that still utilizes traditional floor maltings to dry its barley over local, hand-cut Islay peat. This artisanal heritage, paired with distillation in unique copper pot stills and maturation primarily in first-fill ex-bourbon casks, defines its legendary portfolio, which includes the iconic 10 Year Old, Quarter Cask, and highly coveted aged limited editions.