Laphroaig has returned its 15-Year-Old single malt Scotch whisky to the US as a permanent expression after more than a decade. The Islay distillery announced the nationwide release on September 23, 2026, alongside a partnership with membership club Women Who Whiskey.
The whisky joins Laphroaig 10-Year-Old and 18-Year-Old in the brand’s permanent age-statement range. It spent 15 years in American oak bourbon casks and is bottled at 46% ABV. Its suggested US retail price is $89 USD (£67 / ₹8,521).
According to the official notes from the brand, the nose has orange, grapefruit, dried hay, vanilla and clove. The palate features sea salt, smoke, black pepper and spice, followed by peach and grapefruit on the finish.
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READ THE STORYSarah Dowling, senior whisky blender, Scotch and Irish at Suntory Global Spirits, said: “We’re incredibly excited the time has come for the legendary Laphroaig 15-Year-Old to remerge as a permanent offering.”
She added: “On the nose, the whisky opens with vibrant citrus aromas, the palate brings a bold wave of sea salt and smoke and a fruity sweetness towards the finish.”
To mark the US release, Laphroaig and Women Who Whiskey plan to hold private tastings for their members in several US cities. Women Who Whiskey began in New York City in 2011 and has more than 20 chapters worldwide.
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Julia Ritz Toffoli, Women Who Whiskey founder and principal, said: “Fifteen years ago, Women Who Whiskey was born from the idea that enjoying whiskey is more fun when everyone has a seat at the table. It’s incredibly special to celebrate our 15-year anniversary alongside the return of the Laphroaig 15-Year-Old.”
