Laphroaig Triple Wood

Similar to 10 with maybe a bit more complexity. Really good but maybe not worth the price increase

The nose delivers salt, peaty bacon, some alcohol (no surprise with 48% ABV), vanilla and some dried fruits from the sherry influence. Neat the taste starts boldly sweet with a short burn which quickly fades and brings you to some raisins, tamed wood, some peat and a whole barn full of bacon. If you add some drops of water (it takes quite a few) you get a much more smooth dram. It gets very sweet with vanilla from the bourbon casks and the peat gets tamed significantly. The finish is very pleasant with citrus, peat and interesting wood. In conclusion it is a remarkable Laphroig. In terms of maturation it is in the section of Ardbeg Uigedail and Lagavulin DE. It is much cheaper but still very viable option and I really recommend to give it a sip.