Hakushu 12 Year

Being a huge Laphroaig fan, I've grown fond of medicinal flavors and aromas, iodine and peat are a great combo that seemed lacking in most peated malts, but this one's different. This whisky has a special trait... It's almost as if a bottle of Laphroaig and hints from a speyside malt were mixed together to make an incredibly balanced and smooth peated malt, which has all the good qualities I learned to love in Laphroaig, but without being overpowering or driving smoke-haters away, as well as a fruity addition on the palate. Absolutely wonderful whisky! Simply brilliant!