{"product_id":"laphroaig-select-single-malt","title":"Laphroaig Select Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 750 ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaphroaig Select is the most approachable expression in the Laphroaig range — assembled from five different cask types (ex-bourbon quarter casks, ex-bourbon barrels, Pedro Ximénez sherry hogsheads, Oloroso sherry butts, and virgin American oak) to produce a version of Laphroaig’s distinctive Islay peat that is softer and more accessible than the standard 10 Year.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe multi-cask assembly is specifically designed to round and sweeten Laphroaig’s characteristically assertive medicinal, iodine, and smoke profile — making Select the entry-level recommendation for drinkers who are curious about Laphroaig but not ready for the full force of the 10 Year. At 40% ABV it is the lowest strength in the core range. Browse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/scotch\"\u003eScotch whisky at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs Laphroaig Select significantly less peaty than the 10 Year?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe peat is present and clearly recognisable as Laphroaig, but the multi-cask assembly — particularly the PX and virgin oak components — adds sweetness and fruit that softens the medicinal intensity compared to the 10 Year. It is less assertive but still clearly Islay in character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs Select a good introduction to Laphroaig?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — it is the recommended starting point for drinkers who want to explore Laphroaig’s character without committing to the full medicinal intensity of the 10 Year. An Oa from Ardbeg is a comparable gateway approach from a different Islay distillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Laphroaig Select significantly less peaty than the 10 Year?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Peat is present and recognisable as Laphroaig, but the multi-cask assembly adds sweetness and fruit that softens medicinal intensity. Less assertive but still clearly Islay.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Select a good introduction to Laphroaig?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes — the recommended starting point for drinkers who want Laphroaig's character without the full medicinal intensity of the 10 Year.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Laphroaig","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42904533729351,"sku":"080686813064","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/0640\/2375\/files\/00080686813064_C1N1_en-GB1125_s01.jpg?v=1782425114","url":"https:\/\/bourbonnest.com\/products\/laphroaig-select-single-malt","provider":"Bourbon Nest","version":"1.0","type":"link"}