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Whisky Review: Laphroaig Ian Hunter Book Two, “Building an Icon”

We review Laphroaig Ian Hunter Book Two, “Building an Icon," a 30 year old Scotch entirely aged in Oloroso sherry casks.

OVERALL RATING

8
$1.00
  • Kenji Mizumori, bourbon aficionado & bartender.
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Laphroaig Book Two, “Building an Icon”

Tasting Notes

About:

96.4 proof, 48.2% ABV. Vintage 1989. 30 year old Sherry cask single malt. prices around $1,025 USD.
Appearance:
Deep red with brown hues. Lots of color given the age statement. In the glass, the legs were slow but even throughout.
Nose:
Definitely that signature Laphroaig peat. However, it was also equally bright and oaky. At a guess, there was an element of lemon zest lingering in the background.
Palate:
There was a lot going on with this one. Medium body and same for the finish. Certainly dry with a fair amount of smoke. One of the more interesting factors was a touch of fresh red pepper in the middle. With the addition of water, there was also a touch of green apple, but really subtle.
Finish:
Comments:
I liked this one. A tad bit weird, but given the depth, it was really fun. However, at the sticker price, not sure what to say. It’s good, it’s great, but perhaps not at that price. It is worthy of having on your shelf for sharing, but not so much for just hanging out with your whisky.

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Kenji Mizumori

Kenji Mizumori, a seasoned bartender at the Pope House Bourbon Lounge in Portland, Oregon, has been a devoted bourbon enthusiast for decades. He has a particular fondness for bold, high-proof whiskeys, favoring those that exceed 100 proof.

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