Introducing Book 5 of The Ian Hunter Story "Enduring Spirit" by Laphroaig. This 34-year-old ex-bourbon barrel matured single malt is the fifth and final release in their series of rare and collectable aged whiskies to celebrate the story of the legendary Ian Hunter.
Book Five: Enduring Spirit is the culmination of the Ian Hunter series, a collection of aged single malts celebrating and paying homage to the lasting impact that one remarkable man had on Laphroaig’s history. This final release celebrates the lasting legacy of the final member of the Johnston family to own and manage the Laphroaig distillery. This is an exceptionally rare whisky in a very limited series – owning it is to own part of their history and heritage.
Color: Deep, rich copper.
Nose: Lightly peaty with notes of iodine and burnt wood. Floral green malt, sweet candy-floss and vanilla fudge, and subtle blueberry and raspberry accents.
Palate: Sweet and spicy, with hints of classic Laphroaig peat and cold barbecue ash. Salted caramel and butterscotch, roast chestnut, a hint of peach, dried flowers and white pepper.
Finish: Peaty and malty, with a lingering sweetness.
Maturation: Double matured in a combination of first fill ex-bourbon American Oak barrels and Pedro Ximénez European Oak Hogheads.
Aging: 34 Years
ABV: 45.5% (91 Proof)