Founded in 1815 by the Johnston family, and run for many years by Mrs. Wishart Campbell, the distillery produces Scotland's most virile whisky, and was the only one, or almost the only one, to be run by a woman. Laphroaig malts its own barley and draws its peat (very dense and very black) from the surrounding area. The latter is said to give Laphroaig its distinctive, controversial taste. Some find it too smoky and violent, while others adore its violence and heady aromas.
Nose: Glendronach Ode to the Dark reveals intense aromas of ripe fruit, honey and dark chocolate, with a hint of toasted oak. Feel: On the palate, this single malt reveals rich flavors of dried fruit, caramel and spice, balanced by hints of vanilla and licorice. Finish: The finish is long and warm, marked by nuances of candied fruit and subtle oak.
Nose: Annandale Man o'Sword whisky reveals intense aromas of ripe fruit, vanilla and toffee. Feel: On the palate, this single malt reveals rich notes of toasted grain, oak and honey, with a hint of black pepper. Finish: The finish is long and warm, giving way to lingering flavors of dried fruit and spice.
Nose: Inchdairnie's KinGassie 8 Year Old D.Matured offers subtle, delicate aromas, with notes of vanilla, ripe fruit and caramel.
Palate: On the palate, this Scottish single malt is smooth and balanced, with flavors of honey, spice and toasted oak, offering a complex and refined taste experience.
Finish: The finish of KinGassie 8 Year Old D.Matured is long and warm, leaving lingering notes of dried fruit, hazelnut and toffee, for a tasting experience full of character and finesse.
Nose: Nc' Nean Cask Strenght MN21 offers powerful aromas of ripe fruit, sweet spices and toasty oak. Feel: On the palate, this whisky proves intense with notes of candied fruit, caramel and vanilla, as well as a subtle hint of smoke. Finish: The finish is long and warm, leaving lingering notes of dried fruit and precious wood.
Nose: Coconut, vanilla, peat and a hint of banana.
Mouth: Very recognizable profile with, as on the nose, vanilla, banana, 'meaty' notes, peat and smoke.