Amazon slashes price of 'best whisky ever made' by 33%
Mirror February 27, 2025 04:39 AM

Whisky lovers, listen up! If you're on the hunt for a "complex" and "memorable" addition to your collection, the is causing quite a stir on Amazon with an irresistible 33% discount. Originally priced at £43 for a 700ml bottle, it's now going for £28.98 – that's a savvy saving of over £14 off the RRP.

Celebrated for over 75 years, this is renowned for its "unique flavour profile" achieved through a time-honoured production process. The traditional method of cold-smoking malt barley over peat fires, a rare practice among distilleries today, imparts a signature taste to the spirit.

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Once dried over these fires, the grains are laid out on the malting floor, exposed to the sea air, resulting in a "full-bodied" whisky with a smoky core, complemented by hints of salty seaweed and a lingering sweetness. Whether enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or as part of a classic cocktail, this is sure to satisfy any whisky enthusiast.

Dubbed by the brand as a "peaty rite of passage," the offers more than just a drink – it's an experience to be cherished, reports .

The is a hit among Amazon shoppers, earning a stellar 4.8 average rating from close to 8,000 reviews. Customers are singing the praises of its unique, "deep" flavour profile.

One satisfied whisky lover shared: "To me, it's a wonderful whisky. The first time I tried it, I thought it smelled like an ointment. I grew to enjoy it, though."

Another connoisseur described it as "Peaty, smoky, strong. Gives you a inside. I love the smell of it, but it may not be to everyone's taste. You love it or hate it, but this whisky is unique and full of character."

A third review exclaimed: "This is the whisky for a special occasion... I've tried a lot of malts, but this is head-and-shoulders above the others. With its , the long smoky aftertaste reminds you that you have a dram of the best."

Others have highlighted its well-rounded flavours, with hints of peat, vanilla, and almonds, claiming it "punches way above its weight". One enthusiast even proclaimed: "Laphroaig, by far, undoubtedly the made."

Crafted on Scotland's Isle of Islay, its rich taste, infused with smoke and peat, has been noted. A fan recommended: "Produced on the Isle of Islay in and is enhanced by the flavour of smoke and peat. Such a . I can see why pubs charge £5.00 a shot. Buy your own bottle and share it with friends at home. Top draw and highly recommended."

One punter described their experience with a particular whisky, suggesting it might not appeal to everyone due to its distinctive taste: "Nice whisky but bit smoky for my taste; having said that, I don't like smoky whisky at all, so no surprise there. If you do, it's probably quite a nice one and not a reflection of the whisky but me for ordering it."

If smoky isn't your dram of choice, then fret not! Those who fancy something lighter could opt for the - a Speyside malt through and through - priced at £55.50.

For the budget-conscious connoisseur, has sweetened the deal by cutting the price of the popular aged 12 years, dropping it from the usual £36 to £28.48 in their latest price rollback.

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