Laphroaig 10 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Boldly peated, maritime, and unmistakably Islay.
Crafted on the rugged shores of Islay since 1815, Laphroaig is one of Scotland’s most iconic distilleries, renowned for producing some of the world’s most distinctive single malts. The 10 Year Old is the house’s signature expression and a true reflection of its heritage - bold, uncompromising, and unmistakably Islay.
Matured in American oak ex-bourbon barrels, this whisky delivers the classic peat smoke intensity that Laphroaig is celebrated for, layered with hints of seaweed, brine, and a touch of sweetness from the oak. The nose offers medicinal notes of iodine and sea spray, the palate reveals rich peat balanced by vanilla and subtle spice, and the finish lingers long with maritime smoke.
For over two centuries, Laphroaig has embodied the spirit of Islay, where wild seas, salt-laden winds, and traditional methods combine to create whiskies of unrivalled character. The 10 Year Old remains the definitive introduction to this heritage - a whisky for those who appreciate authenticity, tradition, and unmistakable flavour.
Scotland
Isle of Islay
10 Yr Old
700ml
40% ABV
NVOverview
Laphroaig 10 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is the flagship expression of one of Scotland’s most distinctive distilleries. Known worldwide for its unmistakable smoky, medicinal style, this whisky embodies the rugged spirit of Islay. Matured for a decade in American oak ex-bourbon casks, it offers an intense peat character balanced by notes of seaweed, brine, and a touch of vanilla sweetness. Long regarded as a benchmark for peated Scotch, Laphroaig 10 is a whisky of heritage, complexity, and bold character.
The Distillery
Founded in 1815, the Laphroaig Distillery stands on the southern coast of Islay, where Atlantic winds and salt-laden air shape the spirit’s unique profile. Still produced using traditional floor malting, peat smoke drying, and age-old distillation methods, Laphroaig is celebrated as one of the most distinctive voices in Scotch whisky. Today, as part of the Beam Suntory portfolio, it continues to uphold over 200 years of craftsmanship and heritage, producing whiskies that capture the essence of Islay - maritime, smoky, and uncompromising.
Style: Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 10 Years
ABV: 40%
Cask Type: Ex-bourbon American oak
Appearance: Bright gold
Nose:
Intense peat smoke with classic medicinal iodine, seaweed, and brine, balanced by subtle vanilla and oak sweetness.
Palate:
Full-bodied and smoky, with bold maritime flavours of salt and sea spray; layers of tarry phenols, soft spice, and a hint of sweetness from the bourbon cask maturation.
Finish:
Long and lingering, with drying smoke, medicinal undertones, and a warming oak-spice fade.
Neat:
Best enjoyed in a Glencairn or tulip glass to capture the full smoky, maritime character.
With Water:
A few drops of still water help open up the whisky, revealing sweeter vanilla and oak notes beneath the smoke.
With Ice:
Softens the medicinal intensity, making it more approachable for newcomers to Islay malts.
Food Pairings:
Smoked salmon or oysters (enhances maritime flavours)
Strong cheeses (e.g. Roquefort, Stilton) to balance the smoke
Dark chocolate or rich desserts for a sweet contrast
Occasions:
Ideal as a contemplative dram, a fireside whisky, or shared among seasoned whisky enthusiasts who appreciate bold flavours.
