Laphroaig 12 Year Old Travel Exclusive, authentic Islay in an exclusive 2025 release
Laphroaig 12 Year Old Travel Exclusive is a 2025 release available exclusively in airport retail. It is an expression that preserves the classic identity of Islay, while offering a more balanced and approachable take within the distillery’s intensely smoky style.
At Licorea, we select bottles that bring genuine value to the enthusiast. This limited edition stands out for its full maturation in American oak casks over twelve years, allowing Laphroaig’s trademark medicinal and peaty character to evolve with greater harmony.
Twelve years in American oak
This expression has been aged exclusively in American oak casks. The choice of this wood lends gentle notes of vanilla and subtle toasted nuances that complement the smoky profile.
Over twelve years, the spirit develops depth without losing its essence. Islay’s characteristic smoke remains firmly present, yet better integrated. The influence of the oak adds roundness and structure.
The result is a single malt that retains the maritime and peaty power associated with the distillery, delivered in a more refined style.
The Laphroaig style, newly balanced
Laphroaig is renowned for its bold profile, with notes of peat, iodine and a distinct maritime character. In Laphroaig 12 Year Old Travel Exclusive, that identity is balanced by extended maturation.
The interplay between smoke and oak creates a fuller, more rounded experience. It remains authentic, yet is more accessible for those wishing to explore the world of Islay whisky without facing an overly aggressive profile.
Within our Islay single malt whisky category, it stands out as one of the most compelling options for its balance between intensity and relative smoothness.
Aromatic profile and palate
This is a whisky best enjoyed neat in a suitable glass, or with a few drops of water to open up additional nuances.
The Master Blender’s vision
Laphroaig’s Master Blender, Dr Calum Fraser, described this edition as a milestone for the house. In his words, it represents the balance between the distillery’s hallmark peaty intensity and the refined influence of time.
The intention has been to present an authentic single malt, faithful to the distillery’s style, with a maturation that brings added harmony.
Laphroaig 12 Year Old Travel Exclusive at Licorea
At Licorea, we focus on special editions that broaden the enthusiast’s experience. This 12 year old Islay single malt combines tradition, character and carefully managed maturation.
If you are looking for a Laphroaig that balances intense smoke with the smoothness imparted by American oak, this 2025 Travel Exclusive edition is a noteworthy addition to our specialist selection.
