Laphroaig 1996 11 Year Old Jack & Jack

Jack Wiebers is good at selecting Laphroaig. Laphroaig LAPHROAIG 1996 11yo JACK&JACK 53.6% one of 215 bottles, HOGSHEAD The aroma features overripe grapefruit and its rind, plum, apricot jam, strong dashi stock, oak, intense iodine, thick peat, rich, and upon drinking, it offers matured apricot and plum, orange, viscous sweetness, concentrated mouthfeel, richness, dashi umami, strong peat, and a long finish. 【Good/Very Good】 The Laphroaig 1996, aged for 11 years, bottled by German bottler Jack Wiebers under the name Jack & Jack. While many of the bottler's Laphroaig releases tend to be vibrant, fruity, and slightly light-bodied, this bottle adds a touch of weight with nuances of apricot jam and dashi-like qualities, alongside strong iodine notes. Despite its aging period, it is remarkably complex and rich, with a hint of official release-like character. It has a viscous, intense flavor profile and a long, enjoyable finish. For a moment, I considered rating it as Very Good. There are several Jack & Jack bottles from 1993, but they often represent classic fruity Laphroaig. This bottle stands out in a different way, showcasing an exceptional cask. It reaffirmed my impression that this bottler is exceptionally skilled at selecting Laphroaig.