Just like to share that I finally had the chance to enjoy a dram of Laphroaig 30, and what a great treat it was. I went out last Saturday for my 8th anniversary (with Linda, of course…heh!) and went to Carlos’ in Highwood. Very excellent experience, and I started off the evening with Lagavulin 16. The Lagavulin made for a great aperitif and just confirmed for me how great that scotch is.
But, the real story is after dinner. We went to Froggy’s…a pleasant French bistro on Green Bay Rd known for being a pretty good value for the money. They had a small collection of fine single malts…and, to my surprise, they had Laphroaig 30, and I couldn’t resist. At $22 a dram, it was not exactly one to become committed to for the night, but it was a nice finish to the night out.
The nose was impressive…fantastic whiffs of smoke and peat as you normally expect from Laphroaig. The body has great depth and dare I say, rotund. It lacks the slight bitterness of the 15, and instead has toasted, rich sweetness and salt, a smooth and slightly warm finish. Quite enjoyable.
The bottle currently retails for $220 at Binny’s and is rumored to be the last that they’ll have for some time.
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