Laphroaig Single Malt Scotch. WOW.
 

I finally tried the Laphroaig neat tonight.

Unless you've tried it, it's hard to describe the experience. The flavor and aroma is overwhelmingly powerful. The reviews that I had gotten about the iodine/smoke description are close.

The funny thing is, I like it. I like JW black, but this drink is magnificent.

Thanks to the scotch guys for the help!

Single malt makes me feel sophisticated and intelligent. I think it triggers brain activity in the neurons.

By far my favorite

I'm a proud owner of 1 square foot of land in Islay.

Lagavulin 16 will make you forget all about laphroig.

Me too!

Not bad, give Glenmorangie (specifically 18) if you get the chance.

Laphroiag is a great scotch by itself, but is even better if you cut it with 7-up.
























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Glad you liked it. Try some Talisker, it has some smoke and a bite to it.

This may be the most memorable drink that I have ever had. I was reading the scotch hound sites last night while sipping the wonderful drink. I imagined the sea and the burning peat.

I'm just amazed it took me this long to discover the world of scotch.

I so wish that alcohol did not have such harsh effects on my system. Getting into the conoissieur side of it sounds interesting.

i love scotch, i will admit to liking it more than even bourbon. But so far ive not been a fan of the peat. Ive been sticking with Blavenie doublewood,Glenmorangie,Glenlivet,Glenfiddich,black label blended,highland park. Ive has 1 semi peaty scotch and just didnt really care for it...tasted like i was drinking band aids(it taste like a bandaid smells lol)...i was told that that was from the iodine in the peat???? Dont know but im guessing its a taste you either do or dont like. Id like to try another glass just to be sure but so far peaty scotches are a no go :supergrin:

×1000!
My favorite too.

I was hesitant to try the Islay stuff, but after a dram of the Laphroaig, JW Black seems like water.:supergrin:

Man, you jumped into the deep end. Good for you. I have started dabbling in the Lowland and Islays recently, it takes some getting used to the complexities to me. I still enjoy my Highlands as well. Cousin brought me a bottle of Dalwhinnie last night, such a nice light, clean single malt. Then you go and do a sailor dive into the big pool, nice going. So many profiles to enjoy from there.

Next thing you know you will have a Quaich on the counter. I really enjoy the Quaich traditions when family or friends are over that can appreciate such an offering.

see that was what got me thinking i probably wojld not lkke the peat. I got a sampler pack going loved the ones i mentioned...but then i got to the JW Black and even though its NOT a peat bomb it does have some in there. I thought it tasted like someone took some good scotch and soaked bandaids in it then bottled it :supergrin: . I would like a retry on it though just to be sure :supergrin:

id like to try some Dalwhinnie they dont carry it locally :shocked:

You didn't say which Laphroaig. Try the Laphroaig Quarter Cask, possibly the best bargain in a single malt on the market today.

Laphroaig Plot No.: 516339

Yeah, it may have been the only time that I have feared trying a new drink.

Now, I have to Google Quaich.:supergrin:

It's the 10. My ABC store only sells the 10.

Have you tried the "splash of water" blind test? It does remarkable things to single malts.

Well, that sux. It's worth hunting up a bottle of the Quarter Cask. And I do love the Lagavulin 16 yo to but the last bottle I bought locally was $97.00.

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Yes. It made it slightly sweeter. Another thing I noticed, is that a small dram lasts a long time. I should be able to conserve. :supergrin:

My Scotch experience has been vastly different. I now want flavor and character and quality over quantity.

I like it slow nowadays.