Birthday Islay Tasting

[Rob Wright]

Try adding a spalsh of cool spring water to the Lapgroig, I find that just a splash takes the initial rush down just enough to not overpower the palate.



Rob

[MacMullen]

Try adding a spalsh of cool spring water to the Lapgroig, I find that just a splash takes the initial rush down just enough to not overpower the palate.
Rob

I agree. After we rated the color, we added a splash of water to each glass of single malt to help to release the aromas and the flavors.

My philosophy on adding a touch of water is this: The distillery is interested in selling whisky. If I add water, my bottle lasts longer. This is not in the distillery's best interest. Therefore, if the distillery suggests that I add water, there must be a good reason for it.

[calmac]

Laphroaig is a whisky that grows on you - thats my excuse anyway. Personally I don't add water but I am told that by just adding a small amount then you release the aroma. I think that I will go and try it now - make a nice midday break.

Patrick :-D

[Colin]

Try adding a spalsh of cool spring water to the Lapgroig, I find that just a splash takes the initial rush down just enough to not overpower the palate.



Rob

I agree. Of course I also usually make any Islay malt my second dram and not my first. Try having a highland malt to start and than finish with a Laphroaig. It's a great combo and takes some of the whisky bite away before you get rushed with all the peat and flavour of an Islay.