Laphroaig 10 Year Old Sherry Oak Finish 750mL is a bold Islay single malt Scotch whisky that combines Laphroaig’s signature peat smoke with the rich sweetness of Oloroso sherry cask finishing. Aged for 10 years in ex-bourbon barrels and finished in European oak sherry casks, this expression adds a new dimension to the distillery’s classic smoky style.

Bottled at 48% ABV, this whisky balances maritime salt and peat with notes of dried fruit, dark chocolate, and oak spice. It’s a perfect choice for peat lovers seeking extra depth, warmth, and complexity — a refined twist on the iconic Laphroaig 10 Year.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Deep amber with copper highlights

• Nose: Peat smoke, dried fruit, sea salt, and rich sherry sweetness

• Palate: Full-bodied and smoky with flavors of dark chocolate, raisins, oak, and spice layered over Laphroaig’s signature brine and medicinal peat

• Finish: Long, warming, and complex with lingering smoke, sherry richness, and spice

• Aging: 10 years in ex-bourbon barrels, finished in Oloroso sherry casks

• ABV: 48% (96 proof)

FAQs

Q: What makes Laphroaig 10 Year Sherry Oak Finish unique?
A: It combines Laphroaig’s iconic peated whisky with the sweetness and spice of European oak sherry cask finishing.

Q: How is this different from the standard Laphroaig 10 Year?
A: The Sherry Oak Finish adds richer notes of dried fruit, dark chocolate, and spice while maintaining the signature peat smoke and maritime brine.

Q: What proof is it bottled at?
A: Bottled at 48% ABV (96 proof).

Q: How should I drink Laphroaig Sherry Oak Finish?
A: Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to open up the smoky and sherried layers.

Q: Is this a limited edition release?
A: Yes, this expression is a special variant of the Laphroaig 10 Year, released in limited quantities.