Laphroaig 38 Year Old “Archive” Islay Single Malt Whisky (750ml) $3,900.00 View

Laphroaig’s Archive Collection continues with this extraordinary 38 year old Islay single malt, distilled in 1985 and bottled in 2023, with just 400 bottles released globally. Matured first in ex bourbon American oak and finished in second fill Oloroso seasoned European oak, this expression reveals a new dimension of the distillery’s signature style.

The nose opens with vibrant citrus oil and dried apricot, backed by gentle sea spray and warm oak spice.

On the palate, sultana, salted caramel, and crystallized ginger develop across a silky texture, with fruit and wood in perfect harmony. Time has mellowed the classic iodine driven peat, allowing the deep complexity of long oak aging and fruit to take center stage.

The finish brings it all home with roasted nuts, dried fruit, and a soft echo of maritime smoke.

This is Laphroaig at its most elegant and composed, a quiet masterclass in balance, patience, and layered flavor. Overseen by seven distillery managers over nearly four decades, this bottling reflects a rare continuity of vision and craft. A true collector’s gem and a connoisseur’s dream pour, this is one of the oldest official distillery releases ever offered and a unique glimpse into the evolution of one of Islay’s most iconic producers.

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