Laphroaig 10 Year Old Sherry Oak Whisky

Laphroaig 10YO Sherry Oak unites smoky Islay intensity with Oloroso sweetness. Aged in bourbon casks, then finished in European sherry oak, it layers honey, spice and chocolate over coastal peat. Bottled at 48% ABV, this bold yet balanced malt reflects 200 years of Islay craft — a striking gift or collection piece for lovers of peated whisky.

Tasting Notes & Experience

The nose opens with medicinal peat smoke, manuka honey, clove, and smoky bacon. The palate is rich and full-bodied, combining toffee, maple, and dark chocolate with hints of pine and cedar over briny peat. Sweetness lingers into the long finish, where nutty tones and smouldering smoke meet a subtle maritime brine, creating a balanced and memorable Islay experience.

Key Details

• Producer: Laphroaig Distillery
• Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Sherry Oak Finish
• Region: Islay, Scotland
• ABV: 48%
• Volume: 700ml
• Serve: Neat, with a splash of water, or over ice

Cocktail Pairings

Penicillin (ginger, honey, lemon with a smoky float); Smoky Old Fashioned (aromatic bitters & demerara); Laphroaig Paloma (grapefruit & sea-salt rim); Islay Buck (ginger beer highball); Rob Roy (sweet vermouth & bitters).

Craftsmanship & Story

Founded in 1815 on Islay’s rugged south coast, Laphroaig floor-malts a portion of its barley and cold-smokes over local peat to create its hallmark medicinal profile. This expression marries a decade in ex-bourbon casks with a finishing period in European Oloroso sherry oak, amplifying texture and fruit while preserving that briny, coastal smoke.

Special Features

Classic Laphroaig peat framed by sherry-cask richness; hand-selected European oak finish adds honeyed fruit, maple and dark chocolate to the iodine-seaweed backbone. Bottled at 48% for depth and balance — a bold yet refined twist on the iconic 10 Year Old.

Recognition & Accolades

Celebrated internationally for its balance of peat and sherry complexity:

• Double Gold – San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2022
• Gold – International Spirits Challenge, 2022
• Gold – International Wine & Spirit Competition, 2021
• Silver – World Whiskies Awards, 2025 (Single Malt, 12 Years & Under)

A decorated Islay malt that pairs smoke, sweetness and maritime character with finesse.

Food Pairings

Perfect with smoky barbecue ribs, charred steak, or rich cured meats. Complements smoked salmon and aged cheddar, while dark chocolate or sticky toffee pudding balance the whisky’s bold peat and maritime notes.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

Striking, flavour-packed and beautifully presented — an inspired choice for peat lovers, collectors and milestone gifting.

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