Laphroaig Cairdeas 2023 White Port & Madeira Casks Rye

Laphroaig Cairdeas 2023 White Port & Madeira Casks RyeThe Cirdeas expression for 2023 brings together the best of much loved Cirdeas releases over recent years. The limited edition single malt is a combination of Madeira and White Port casks. Three quarters of the whisky is matured in second fill Madeira casks, releasing smoky, spicy, and sweet fruit flavors. The final quarter has been finished in first fill Port casks; the majority of these are white port, adding a hint of crisp fruit and deep woodiness

with a generous 12% fruit pulp for added flavor and nutrition

faintly tart note

combined with smoky flavor notes courtesy of the Malted Barley

banana and green apple

and Chardonnay (20-30%)

The altitudes

textured palate is concentrated with passionfruit and citrus flavors

and sweet toasted chestnut

and 47% ABV for a bold flavor

Reposado and Añejo

A combination of saltiness and fresh tropical fruit creates a pleasant balance with a long after taste of toasted almond

focused finish that denotes a harmonious blend of mountain and valley floor fruit