Laphroaig 2010 Càrn Mòr Williamson 10-Year
47.5% ABV - Islay, Scotland
Nose: Dustings of sweetness over a coal-fuelled burning peat smoke with rubber and chalk.
Taste: A big BBQ smokeout featuring fruit compote and grilled meats.
Finish: Medium smoke, green pepper, and fruits.
Details: Càrn Mòr Strictly Limited. Cask Type: Oloroso Sherry Hogsheads. 1139 Bottles. Bottled 2020.
Tasting Notes (Official): Big punch of peat-reek, tarred ropes and seaside bonfire notes, with dark fruits on the finish.
Tasted 08 November 2022. (Posted 19 February 2023.)
91/100
Detailed Rating Information...
90+: Fantastic whisky; highly recommended.
My favourite whiskies – I might have more than one bottle if the price is right and the supply is limited! The higher values in this range will reflect a stronger balance and consistency between components.
85-89: Great whisky; recommended.
Whiskies that tick the flavour boxes and you'll likely hear about these from me. An easy decision to order at a bar/restaurant and one to consider buying a bottle of.
80-84: Very good whisky; recommended, but still consider trying before you buy.
Most of these whiskies I was really happy to have the opportunity to taste, but, apart from a dram here and there, I don’t think I would buy a bottle.
75-79: Good whisky; consider trying before you buy.
These are whiskies that I did enjoy drinking, but likely would reach for another bottle or select something different to order.
65-74: Average; consider trying before you buy, but not recommended.
There is nothing that stood out about this whisky and I might be inclined to mix it with soda or in a cocktail, instead of trying to enjoy its own flavours.
50-64: Bad; not recommended.
I didn’t like this and would sooner pass on another opportunity and order a beer instead than have it again… but never say never.
