Matured exclusively in 1st fill ex-bourbon barrels, this limited edition 21 Year Old Laphroaig was distilled in 1993 and bottled to celebrate the distillery’s 200th anniversary. Bottled at 48.4% ABV, it showcases a refined Islay profile where classic peat smoke is balanced by tropical fruit and maritime sweetness. This special release was available only to Friends of Laphroaig members.

Laphroaig Distillery

Founded in 1815 on the southern coast of Islay, Laphroaig Distillery is renowned for its bold and medicinal peated whiskies. Its signature character comes from malted barley dried over a peat fire, imparting a flavour often described as iodine-rich, smoky, and sea-soaked. Laphroaig has a devoted following and is one of the few distilleries to carry a Royal Warrant.

Laphroaig 21 Year Old Tasting Notes

Nose: Sweet vanilla and honey at first, followed by lemon zest, tropical fruits (pineapple, mango), and soft peat smoke with briny undertones.
Palate: Sweet and smoky with tar, lime, oranges, tropical fruit, and cured meat. Rich BBQ notes emerge alongside gentle ash.
Finish: Medium-short with lingering fruity sweetness, soft smoke, and maritime saltiness.

Why Add Laphroaig 21 Year Old to Your Collection?

This rare, small-format bottle was part of a FoL-exclusive release celebrating Laphroaig’s 200th year of distilling. Matured in 1st fill bourbon casks and showing a softer, fruit-forward take on the iconic Laphroaig smoke, it’s a unique piece of Islay history—perfect for collectors and loyal fans alike.