Laphroaig 25 Years Bessie Williamson

Celebrating a Legacy

Laphroaig 25 Years Bessie Williamson is a super-premium single malt Scotch that honors Bessie Williamson, the first woman to own and run a Scotch whisky distillery in the 20th century. She embodied everything that defines Laphroaig: warm, rich, and distinctly Islay. Aged in refill barrels and American oak hogsheads, this whisky matures gracefully over a quarter century.

Flavor Profile

Aged for 25 years, this expression blends characteristic peat smoke with flavors of acacia honey, black pepper, and sweet herbs. Exclusively available in global travel retail outlets, it comes packaged inside a hardback book, making it a must-have for collectors.

Tribute to Bessie Williamson

This Islay whisky celebrates Bessie Williamson’s remarkable contribution to the industry. As the first woman to own and operate a Scotch whisky distillery in the 20th century, she excelled in a male-dominated field. The whisky reflects her legacy with its warm, rich flavor and unmistakable Islay character.

Natural Maturation

The expression focuses on the natural character of this exceptional Islay single malt. Aged in refill barrels and American oak hogsheads, it allows the whisky to mellow gently over time. This aging process highlights the natural features of Islay, including the peat used in malting barley and the crisp waters of the Kilbride stream. Consequently, this rounded single malt embodies the true nature of Laphroaig.

Tasting Notes

Experience the complexity of Laphroaig with spicy and floral notes, complemented by sweeter hints of pear drops, green apples, and bonbons. The flavor profile also includes salty tar oil paste, sweet herbs, spices, acacia honey, tomato leaves, and black pepper. Coastal notes, peat sweetness, and earthiness deliver the classic Islay spirit, leading to a warming, long-lasting finish with floral and coastal undertones.

Presentation and Serving

The bottle is encased in a hardback book that narrates Bessie Williamson’s story and her role at Laphroaig. It makes an exceptional gift for whisky enthusiasts. For the best experience, serve it neat or over ice.