{"product_id":"laphroaig-strong-character-chapter-1-donald-johnston-33-year-old-single-malt-scotch-whisky-700ml-gift-box","title":"Laphroaig Strong Character Chapter 1 'Donald Johnston' 33 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml Gift Box","description":"\u003ch4\u003eAbout This Whisky\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLaphroaig Strong Characters Chapter 1 is a rare 33 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky created as the opening release in a series celebrating the people who shaped the history of Laphroaig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 1 honours Donald Johnston, the elder of the two brothers who founded Laphroaig Distillery in 1815. The presentation features distinctive illustrations by award-winning British artist Bill Bragg, bringing Johnston's story and the distillery's heritage to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMatured for 33 years in a selection of American oak ex-bourbon casks and European oak sherry-seasoned hogsheads, the whisky combines Laphroaig's characteristic peat smoke with layers of sweetness, gentle sherry influence and long-aged complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creamy fudge with honey and a touch of sea salt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Starting with stewed fruit and smooth vanilla crème brûlée.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our iconic smoky finish sets the scene for savoury aromas of cured meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout the Distillery\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLaphroaig Distillery was founded on Islay in 1815 by brothers Donald and Alexander Johnston. Strong Characters explores the individuals who helped shape the distillery's history, with this inaugural chapter dedicated to Donald Johnston and his role in establishing the distinctive Laphroaig style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: 33 Years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpirit Type: Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistillery: Laphroaig\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCask Type: American Oak Ex-Bourbon Casks \u0026amp; European Oak Sherry-Seasoned Hogsheads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 43.8% ABV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottle Size: 700ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: Islay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry: Scotland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Casey Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50558887821398,"sku":"2601139691","price":1932.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/Laphroaig_33_Years_Old_Strong_Characters_Chapter_One_Donald_Johnston_ea995379-6acc-43fc-b078-b92e4ed06a4c.jpg?v=1790921682","url":"https:\/\/caseycellars.com.au\/products\/laphroaig-strong-character-chapter-1-donald-johnston-33-year-old-single-malt-scotch-whisky-700ml-gift-box","provider":"Casey Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}