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Single Malts of Scotland Laphroaig 1996 2020 24 Years Old 51,8% Cask 1-104

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Reviewed 04 January 2026 ·View daily archive

Whisky facts

Region
Islay
Independent Bottler
Elixir Distillers
Age
24 years
ABV
51.8%
Vintage
1996
Bottled
2020
Cask type
bourbon ex-JD
Cask number
1-104
Bottles in release
217

Bottle record

Client photograph of Single Malts of Scotland Laphroaig 1996 2020 24 Years Old 51,8% Cask 1-104.
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Tasting Notes

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Amber Room Review

Single Malts of Scotland Laphroaig 1996 2020 24 Years Old 51,8% Cask 1-104

04 January 2026
89

Nose

Very strong peat smoke, fresh fruits, berries, spicy, mineral

Body

Iodine, medicinal peat, salty, decent amount of sweetness and a bit creamy

Finish

Spicy, medium finish

Other perspectives

External Review Links

WhiskyNotes — Ruben Luyten

Retrieved 05 October 2026

WhiskyNotes describes iodine, tar, brine and mint, with light fruit and vanilla. Seawater, lemon, pepper and smoky tea dominate the palate. The very long finish is sooty, earthy and salty; Ruben awards 91/100.

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