Laphroaig PX Cask

Peaty, smoky and spicy, but with other sweet notes. Very smooth. Very smoky finish.

Rich dark golden amber coloration. The nose definitely the highlight - true to its name (Pedro Ximenez), the sweet sherry stands out progressing to dried fruit (currants and sultanas) and a hint of vanilla. The traditional Laphroaig peat/smoke shines through on the palate although the sweetness of the PX finish bridles and modulate the peatiness to a gradual crescendo of oaky, peppery spiced finished. The dram warms the chest and lingers. Much like Ardbeg An Oa with the PX finish but much more intense. Prefer this to the An Oa.

Laphroaig line-up. Tested Lore, PX and 10 partially blind. I knew what was in the lineup, I just didn’t know which one was which. What were the differences? Lore had the best nose and the PX had the most sherry notes. The 10 has the most notes and some elements that are covered by sherry in the other two - earthy and medicinal. The PX finish is forever, French Oak spice and intense. The Lore was very dry on the finish and had hints of yesterday’s firewood. The 10 didn’t stand up as well, slightly medicinal, light spice and a hint of earthiness. The PX’s finish is special. The overall rankings: 1. PX, 2. Lore, 3. 10. All good. If you can only buy one, get the PX.

Sweet and peaty. Spicy and full bodied. Nice long finish. More peat than sherry at first but evens out after a few sips and becomes delightfully warm and pleasant. A great dram for Christmas.

Nicht so medizinisch wie der 10. Eher fruchtig.