I just changed my rating from a 4 to a 5. I’d probably put it between there IF I COULD (**HINT HINT**). This is typical from the Cairdeas line. I have bottles of 14,15,17 (plus QC, 10,15,18 years). I wasn’t into scotch when the 13 portwood came out but I wish I could have tried it. This is higher proof than the standard Laphroaig. It also doesn’t smack you as hard (despite the higher ABV). Like in the Distillers Edition of Laga and Talisker the sherry mellows the smoke and peat a bit. I like to be smacked but I also REALLY like this. It’s got some nuts and maybe citrusy fruits to go along with the usual Laphroaig profile. Wonderful Oily mouthfeel and long and Smokey on the finish.Don’t put ice or water near this please!! It’s beautiful as is