In our opinion, one of the best peated whiskies money can buy! This Laphroaig 18 is worth every penny and is leagues ahead of the basic 10 Year Old in terms of complexity and intrigue. One for peat lovers!! Nose: Spicy and peaty Palate: First taste is an oak sweetness gained from 18 years maturing in an ex-bourbon barrel. Then the smoke fades into flavours of nutty oak, toffee and wild heather - very full bodied! Finish: The finish is smooth and long - excellent!