Laphroaig Scotch Single Malt 10 Year

The most richly flavoured of all Scotch whiskies. Distilled on the remote island of Islay off the West Coast of Scotland. Laphroaig (La-froyg) single malt Scotch whisky has always kept itself a bit remote, like the islanders of Islay themselves. A touch aloof at first, but make the effort, broach acquaintance, and you'll have a warm and genuine friend for life. Take it neat like a stalwart, or with a splash of soft water. Roll it around on your tongue. Release the pungent, earthy aroma of blue peat smoke, the sweet nuttiness of the barley and the delicate, heathery perfume of Islay's streams.The island of Islay is situated on the rugged west coast of Scotland, a beautiful yet uncompromisingplace at the mercy of the sea, wind and rain. In the corner of the island is a distillery in a special place, a "beautiful hollow by the broad bay" or, in gaelic "Laphroaig". The Laphroaig distillery was founded here in 1815.1815Laphroaig distillery founded by Donald and Alexander Johnston on the site of a farm, beside the Atlantic, with a steady source of water from nearby Kilbride Hills. Laphroaig means 'beautiful hollow by the broad bay'.1920sFirst major expansion by family member Ian Hunter. Laphroaig bottled as a single malt for the first time. Laphroaig was sold legally during prohibition in the USA on medicinal grounds.1954Bessie Williamson became Manager and Owner at the request of Ian Hunter. She started as a short-term secretary and ended up staying for 40 years. Entrusted with the secrets of Laphroaig, she was one of the first women owner1972Bessie retired after making a number of improvements, including expanding the still house.By Appointment to HRH the Prince of Wales, Distiller and Supplier of Single Malt Scotch Whisky, D. Johnston & Co., (Laphroaig) Isle of IslayThe most richly flavoured of all Scotch whiskies, Distilled on the remote island of Islay off the West Coast of ScotlandTo find out more about Laphroaig visit: www.laphroaig.com.