Overview of Laphroaig Cairdeas White Port And Madeira:
User Rating
4.6 Stars
Producer
Laphroaig Distillery
Alcohol %
51.40%
Pair With
smoked salmon, dark chocolate, blue cheese, grilled steak, oysters
Size
750ml
Region
Scotland
Laphroaig Cairdeas White Port And Madeira - Item Code: 06319
Tasting Notes and Characteristics:
Sipping Laphroaig Cairdeas White Port and Madeira is an experience marked by a bold, peaty embrace layered with sweet notes of dried fruit, honey, and a subtle maritime salinity that lingers on the palate. Crafted on the windswept Isle of Islay in Scotland, this single malt whisky is matured in ex-bourbon casks before being finished in white port and Madeira casks, which impart a unique complexity to its smoky character. With an ABV of 51.4%, it delivers both intensity and depth, making it an excellent companion for rich foods like smoked salmon or blue cheese during a leisurely evening gathering. The interplay between the whisky’s robust peat smoke and the delicate sweetness from its special cask finish creates a memorable tasting journey that speaks to Laphroaig’s heritage while offering something distinctly new for adventurous whisky lovers.
Producer Information: Laphroaig Distillery
Laphroaig Distillery stands as a hallmark of Islay’s whisky heritage, drawing deeply from the island’s rugged coastal environment to shape its distinctive single malt Scotch whiskies. The distillery maintains traditional floor malting and peat-smoking methods, which impart their signature medicinal and smoky character. Alongside their flagship 10 Year Old expression, Laphroaig offers a diverse portfolio including Quarter Cask, Triple Wood, and various cask strength releases that highlight different facets of their peated style. Their commitment to craft is evident in each bottling, reflecting both the maritime climate and generations of expertise unique to this corner of Scotland.
Ordering and Delivery Options for this Scotch Whiskey
Alcohol Delivery & Pickup Methods
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Directions:
From the Metro station, Head northwest on Bedford Park Blvd toward Webster Ave (282 ft).
Turn right onto Webster Ave (0.1 mi).
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Turn left toward Goulden Ave (0.1 mi).
Turn right onto Goulden Ave (259 ft).
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Store Address:
Broadway Liquor & Wine Warehouse
5790 Broadway, Bronx, NY 10463, United States.
Scotch whiskey, a distinguished spirit originating from Scotland, is primarily made from malted barley for single malts and grains for blended varieties. This iconic drink undergoes a meticulous distillation process using pot stills for single malts and column stills for grain whiskies, followed by an aging period of at least three years in oak casks, often previously used for bourbon or sherry. The result is a diverse range of flavors and aromas that reflect the unique characteristics of its regions of origin.
Single malt Scotch typically boasts rich and complex flavors with notes of fruit, spice, smoke, peat, and oak, while blended Scotch offers a smoother profile with balanced hints of caramel, vanilla, and light smoke. The texture can vary significantly—from smooth and creamy to rich and oily—depending on the style. Scotch whiskey is versatile in its consumption; it can be enjoyed neat or on the rocks and serves as a key ingredient in classic cocktails like the Rob Roy or Blood & Sand.
