"The signature Laphroaig smoky, maritime, and medicinal notes are all present, but there's mainly a lasting impression of gentle balance, with fruit flavors of baked peach, orange, green apple, pear, and apricot, as well as crème brûlée sweetness, all wrapped in maritime salinity and peat smoke. This cask-strength whisky offers harmony and power, carrying its nearly 60% ABV impressively." Whisky Advocate #1 Whisky of the Year