Laphroaig Elements L 1.0

Profile: The Laphroaig Elements L 1.0 at a glance

• Limited special bottling: The Elements L 1.0 is the first special bottling in the Elements series
• Not cold filtered: Cold filtration is not used during production in order to preserve the full aroma and characteristics of the whiskey.
• Bottled at cask strength: This whiskey comes in its pure and unadulterated form with 58.6%vol. straight from the barrel to the bottle. An unforgettable experience for connoisseurs.

Portrait: What defines the Laphroaig Elements L 1.0

Welcome to the exciting world of Laphroaig Elements L 1.0, a single malt whiskey from the smoky and fascinating Islay region in Scotland. This unique whiskey is the embodiment of a new era of experimentation in whiskey making, one that involves imagination and pushing boundaries.

The team at Laphroaig Distillery had a lot to offer when creating Elements 1.0 the freedom to create something unexpected that maintains Laphroaig's distinctive profile while opening up new dimensions of taste. 

Elements 1.0, the first edition of a fascinating series , underwent a 55-hour fermentation process under the careful supervision of Distillery Manager Barry MacAffer.

What makes this whiskey truly unique is the fact that experimentation goes into its production became. So different barrels and maturation styles were used, but above all it's about what Laphroaig can change and adapt in the distillery itself.

Elements 1.0 stands out from other bottlings because some special factors were used for this edition. For example, the team recalled the time before the 1990s when a single 8.5-ton mash tun was used. This was used in addition to the two usual 5.5 ton mash tuns to create a whiskey that combines the essence of old and new.

The use of cloudy wort instead of the usual semi-cloudy wort, Elements 1.0 imparts bigger and heavier flavors, with the phenolic notes particularly prominent. The 50/50 mix of cloudy and semi-cloudy wort ensures a perfect balance.

But the story of this exciting bottling doesn't end with the production of the whiskey. Elements 1.0's packaging and design are inspired by sketches dating back to when our distillery was expanding in the late 1800s and early 1900s.

There is Everywhere on the bottle and packaging there is information about the creation process of Elements that is worth discovering. Elements L 1.0 is a masterpiece of experimental whiskey that you should definitely try. Immerse yourself in the world of elements and experience the unique magic of Laphroaig.

Tasting Notes: This is how the Laphroaig Elements L 1.0 tastes.

• Aroma: The first impression is like a journey to the rough coast of the sea, accompanied by a hint of smoky bacon. But then the aroma turns into a sweet surprise, like spreading strawberry jam on fresh bread. A hint of smoked pineapple dances on the tongue and is reminiscent of warm summer evenings around the campfire, with the crackling of embers in the air.
• Taste: When you take the first sip, one unfolds peppery spice that awakens the senses, accompanied by a firm grip on tropical fruits that tickle the taste buds. A hint of clove and licorice gives the whiskey a mysterious depth that begs to be discovered.
• Finish: The finish is warm and lingering, like a gentle caress of the soul. A hint of dry, sweet peat smoke accompanies you on this final part of your journey with Laphroaig Elements L 1.0 and leaves a lasting impression that lingers for a long time.