My wife and I are big Laphroaig fans. While some can't take its 'peaty-ness' I actually find it somewhat restrained and much better balanced than a few of the new extra peaty single malts out there. Sometimes adding just "more" of something (in this case peat) does not mean "better". I suppose that some might say that about Laphroaig itself, but I do find its overall flavour balance to be just about ideal.
In any event, I received a bottle of the Laphroaig Small Cask (overproof) for Christmas from my wife. Despite the high alcohol, it is smoother and even better balanced than the Laphroaig standard label. Wow is it good.
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