LaphroaigPXCask(1L)

<p>“I’m as mad as hell, and I’m not going to take this anymore!”<em>– </em>Howard Beale, upon finding out Laphroaig PX was no longer available at his local airport duty free shop. </p><p>Laphroaig distillery was founded in 1815 by Donald and Alexander Johnston and is located in Port Ellen, <em>Isle of Islay</em>. Although Laphroaig isn’t allowed to put the prefix ‘Royal’ in its name (yet), rumor has it his royal princeness <em>Charles of Wales</em> is a fan of the ‘L’ Whisky. The 15-year-old is reportedly the <em>prince’s favorite</em> Scotch. For a long while there’s been <em>frenzy</em> for Laphroaig’s Scotch, especially those less-available expressions.</p><p><em>Laphroaig PX</em> is made in a similar fashion than their <em>famous Quarter</em> <em>Cask</em>. First it’s aged in Bourbon barrels, then in small 19th century style quarter casks, and finally in large European oak, where Pedro Ximenez <em>Sherry</em> was aged beforehand. This final maturation gives Laphroaig PX <em>extra complexity</em> and a slightly sweet edge, making for a significant distinction between the Quarter Cask.</p>