The third release in the Ian Hunter Story series, this 33 Year Old single malt pays tribute to Ian Hunter, the last of the Johnston family to manage Laphroaig Distillery, and his determination to protect the Kilbride Stream , the essential water source of the distillery. Fully matured in ex-bourbon barrels and bottled at 49.9% ABV, this non-chill filtered whisky allows Laphroaig’s distinctive peat character to shine alongside remarkable aged complexity. Presented in a beautifully designed book-style case, this release forms part of an ongoing collectible series celebrating the distillery’s history and legacy.

Laphroaig Distillery

Founded in 1815 on Islay’s rugged southern coast, Laphroaig is renowned for its powerful and unmistakable style,  heavy peat smoke, maritime salinity, and medicinal depth. The distillery remains one of the few to operate its own floor maltings, using local peat with high moss content to shape its iconic flavour profile. With more than 200 years of history, Laphroaig has become one of Scotland’s most distinctive distilleries, producing whiskies that inspire loyalty and global acclaim.

Laphroaig 33 Year Old The Ian Hunter Story Book 3 Tasting Notes

Nose: Aromas of pears, peaches and apricots, with rich sweetness, honey, rose petals, and nutmeg over a foundation of dry ashy peat.
Palate: Sweet and syrupy on entry, building into waves of aniseed and creamy liquorice, balanced by fruit and gentle oak.
Finish: Exceptionally long, with alternating notes of vanilla, ash, and signature Laphroaig peat smoke.

Why Add Laphroaig 33 Year Old The Ian Hunter Story Book 3 to Your Collection?

As one of the oldest official Laphroaig releases, this 33 Year Old embodies both rarity and heritage. Fully matured in ex-bourbon barrels, it represents a unique chapter in Laphroaig’s story while offering a flavour profile only achievable through decades of careful aging. Its presentation in the Ian Hunter Story book-style case makes it highly collectible, and its limited availability ensures enduring value for both connoisseurs and investors.