{"product_id":"laphroaig-quarter-cask-scotch-whisky","title":"Laphroaig Quarter Cask Scotch Whisky","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLaphroaig Quarter Cask Scotch Whisky – Double-Matured Islay Single Malt\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaphroaig Quarter Cask\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most distinctive and celebrated expressions in the Laphroaig core range — a double-matured Islay single malt that pays homage to the early days of Scotch whisky, when all whisky was matured in small casks. Crafted at \u003cstrong\u003eLaphroaig Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e on the Isle of Islay — home to the most richly flavoured of all Scotch whiskies — the Quarter Cask undergoes a unique two-stage maturation that sets it apart from any other expression in the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFirst matured in \u003cstrong\u003eex-American oak bourbon barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, the whisky is then transferred into small \u003cstrong\u003equarter casks\u003c\/strong\u003e — barrels approximately one quarter the size of a standard hogshead. The smaller cask size dramatically increases the ratio of wood to spirit, accelerating the maturation process and imparting a greater intensity of vanilla, caramel, and oak sweetness in a shorter time. The result is a Laphroaig of exceptional balance — the bold, medicinal peat smoke and salty Islay character perfectly complemented by a rich, sweet vanilla and caramel depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bold Laphroaig peat smoke and salty ocean air, with a distinctive sweetness of vanilla and caramel from the quarter cask maturation — a beautifully balanced interplay of smoke and sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and full-bodied with intense peat smoke, vanilla, caramel, and a warm, sweet oak character from the quarter cask — the double maturation adding a depth and sweetness that softens Laphroaig's characteristic intensity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, warming, and deeply satisfying with lingering peat smoke, vanilla sweetness, and the clean, briny Islay fade that defines Laphroaig\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eDouble-matured\u003c\/strong\u003e — ex-bourbon barrels then quarter casks for exceptional depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eQuarter cask maturation\u003c\/strong\u003e — inspired by the early days of Scotch whisky production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eBold peat smoke \u0026amp; vanilla sweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e — Laphroaig's most balanced core expression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ From \u003cstrong\u003eLaphroaig Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most richly flavoured of all Scotch whiskies, Isle of Islay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003e48% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e — bottled at a higher strength for full character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Available at Del Mesa Liquor with nationwide shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat is a quarter cask?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003equarter cask\u003c\/strong\u003e is a small barrel approximately one quarter the size of a standard hogshead — holding around 50 litres compared to a hogshead's 250 litres. The smaller size dramatically increases the surface area of wood in contact with the spirit, accelerating maturation and imparting a greater intensity of vanilla, caramel, and oak character. This technique was common in the early days of Scotch whisky production, before standardized cask sizes were introduced.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow does Quarter Cask differ from Laphroaig 10 Year Old?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile the \u003cstrong\u003eLaphroaig 10 Year Old\u003c\/strong\u003e is matured solely in ex-bourbon barrels, the \u003cstrong\u003eQuarter Cask\u003c\/strong\u003e undergoes a second maturation in small quarter casks — adding a distinctive vanilla and caramel sweetness that balances Laphroaig's bold peat smoke character. The Quarter Cask is generally considered the more approachable and balanced of the two, while retaining the full Islay intensity that defines Laphroaig.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhere can I buy Laphroaig Quarter Cask?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can purchase it online through \u003cstrong\u003eDel Mesa Liquor\u003c\/strong\u003e with nationwide shipping available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laphroaig","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43996492595243,"sku":"DM16981L","price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/files\/LaphroaigQuarterCaskScotchWhisky.jpg?v=1777437836","url":"https:\/\/www.delmesaliquor.com\/products\/laphroaig-quarter-cask-scotch-whisky","provider":"Del Mesa Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}