Laphroaig Cairdeas 2024:

Today, we dive into the Cask Favorites, a 10 year blend of the exceptional Cairdeas Triple Wood and PX cask. Not just two favorites from Laphroaig fans, but two of our favorites as well. One things for sure at 52.4% and with a proper age statement, this isn't one to miss. But is it going to be the best value in whisky of 2024?
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[@vinole6532]

Thanks for the heads up! My son got me a bottle just now at Potomac W&S in DC for $105. Good to have 3 kids scattered about to act as my mules. 😂

[@topshelfwhisky]

That's a good price. Stock up!

[@benchprsr]

I got mine at Pearson's neighbor. Slainte!

[@jimidrammer4187]

I try to get 2 every year. I picked up 4 of this one solely on your review. You guys are not wrong. Truly "Top Shelf Whisky" ;-)

[@topshelfwhisky]

Couldn't agree more! This is the Cairdeas to have.

[@topshelfwhisky]

Thanks for being a long time sub... I really appreciate it!

[@jimidrammer4187]

@@topshelfwhisky I've been here since the Billy days! Cheers.

[@christinecamley]

Outstanding review Mike and Dustin! I agree completely and I’m already tracking down a couple more of this Cairdeas!! Fabulous!!

[@jimmyt7640]

I picked up two bottles online after the live stream and am looking forward to trying it this weekend.

[@topshelfwhisky]

Nice! Hope you enjoy as much as we did.

[@topshelfdustin3060]

as always let us know

[@JoukoL]

I would have missed this one without you guys! Thanks for a great review. I haven't had a chance to try that many of the Cairdeas releases since they are not readily available in Finland. The ones I've had have mostly been good with some great ones (like 2008) here and there. Waiting for the Laphroaig 18 review and yes, I did listen to the live so it seems like I should already just get one.

[@topshelfwhisky]

That's good to hear! That's why we do it. This whisky is not only a 90/100 but also great value. Much like the Bunny 12 cask strength 2022.

[@jeffreykasel3387]

I just bought this bottle last week. I cracked it open right away. I'm so glad I did, because this is delicious stuff!! I also enjoyed last year's release, mainly because I love Madiera...lol. I also really enjoy the Fino from 2018. However this bottle (2024) takes the cake! Cheers Laphroaig fans 👍

[@topshelfwhisky]

Fino was a good one. This 2024 your favorite?

[@MattNole]

Man you guys have me excited for this one!

[@MattNole]

Cant believe you both put it up there with the 25. Super pumped for this. Gotta stock up!

[@vinole6532]

@MattNole From one Nole to another! My handle is a play on my wine passion. Now exceeded by my passion for whisk(e)y.

[@topshelfwhisky]

good!

[@Mike-qw7vf]

Outstanding release - wow!!

[@kirbycalgary2844]

Thanks for the review guys because of this video I tracked down a bottle tonight Will be picking it up tomorrow 😊 Now to get another Cheers

[@topshelfwhisky]

Enjoy!

[@chrisgwhisky]

Wow, very fun review and thank you for the heads up on this release I’ve been down on official Laphroaig releases recently after the 10-year Sherry Cask and the Cairdeas from a couple of years ago. This sounds like a real winner and will definitely give this a shot 🥃

[@topshelfwhisky]

I was not a fan of the Port & Wine either

[@bottlekilltv]

We just reviewed this with the new 18 release on our channel. We loved them both. Agreed with you guys The Cairdeas way much interested than expected. Sometimes Laphroiag so slip some older bad boys into the releases

[@topshelfwhisky]

I'm going to watch other opinions on this one, not many out there. I'm really interested because to me, this is like the Bunna 12 CS 2022, epic for the money.

[@topshelfdustin3060]

Yep will have to check it out. Looking forward to doing a formal review of the new 18 with mike. So far, we're fans but not so sure it is worth it.

[@primewhisky]

Wow have to crack mine open, best Cairdeas for me is the Port 2013 so this will be interesting, great video guys👍🏻

[@topshelfwhisky]

@@primewhisky I look forward to your review!

[@theflow1546]

I really love this one, even though it does not have the typical Laphroaig Peat, but that makes it even more interesting. In my opinion it tastes older than the 10 years.

[@topshelfwhisky]

Dustin and I absolutely agree this tastes older.

[@topshelfdustin3060]

Definitely older.

[@TheReal_DeanD]

Wow! Now I’m really happy I got the last bottle at my local Total Wine.

[@topshelfwhisky]

Nice

[@sierrastriker77]

Hi praise coming from you guys! Now I have to justify blowing out my whiskey budget before these disappear…..UGHHH. Gotta say I really agree with Mike's point about Laphroaig and Sherry casks though: sometimes they really hit it out and other times strikeout, like I love Lore but HATE the 10yr Sherry which to me has a weird wet, musty sponge note that I guess you could almost say gets "chalky" or "clay" notes like Mike alluded to with the PX. Thanks for another great review!

[@topshelfwhisky]

This one is a stunner for the money. Had a few drams with the malted man cave last night, and he’s in agreement with us as well.

[@JoukoL]

This became the first release ever I have bought a clear backup for. I have around half a bottle left of my first bottle and the second bottle just arrived. No idea why I would not get a third one, though.

[@topshelfwhisky]

I would buy as many as I could or how many they would let me.

[@JazznRealHipHop]

Damn. Okay I’m convinced going liquor store hunting today lol

[@topshelfwhisky]

That's the spirit!

[@mrturbo311]

Ok now I’m going to have to try this whiskey

[@topshelfwhisky]

It’s almost a must first a peat fan.

[@javieracosta3439]

I found one today here in Connecticut. $104.99. However, only one of the four stores I stopped into had it. And they only had ONE on the shelf. I hadn't expected this to be so limited (I even checked some websites of stores in my area that don't have it in yet either- but can find the Cairdeas from 21, 22, 23's and supposedly one store still has the Fino finish) I will get into it this weekend and determine if it's worth continuing to scour my locals to find back ups. But now that you've had the 2024 Springbank 12, does this Laphroaig still have the top spot for whisky of the year??

[@topshelfdustin3060]

Well, when I do the thumbnails I take some liberty, but I gave this that trophy because this is something people can get. Our springbank 12 review had comment after comment of "how did you get it for 150" and "where do you live" and "what stores do you shop" and I get emails about where can I get this online for 300. Nobody asks that about this one. So while this might be hard to get....it seems everyone we've told to get it, gets it.And for less money.

[@topshelfdustin3060]

that said, yeah springbank is better, but this wins because it's cheaper, available, and darn it....that should matter.

[@javieracosta3439]

@@topshelfdustin3060 yeah, very good to great is all fine and dandy but with scarcity in play I understand that'll tip the scales in favor of a more widespread release. When the SB 12 dropped here three weeks ago I probably could have gotten more than one of them at $120 and would have after watching your review if it had dropped earlier. As it stands now the SB12s are all gone. With the new Cairdeas I figure it to be much easier, especially with so many whisky drinkers here unable to tolerate peat. So far it's slim pickings but happy to find one and end the hunt. (For now 😂) Cheers Dustin.

[@thebolbiggity]

awesomeee something you love that i can actually afford 😅

[@topshelfwhisky]

When stars align 🤣🤣

[@topshelfwhisky]

This might be our favorite Cairdeas, what’s yours?

[@topshelfdustin3060]

If money matters, our favorite whisky this year. And we've had some good ones.

[@jameslim7093]

I have tried all Cairdeas since 2019, and I think this is the best one as well!

[@jtf2dan]

Warehouse 1 from 2022

[@topshelfdustin3060]

@@jtf2dan we gotta vanilla lover!

[@DarkSalmonz]

my fave two are the px and the triple wood....so yeah I need to find this

[@gman5986]

Im just enjoying the 2nd day crack of Laphroaig Càirdeas 2024 and comparing to my Laphroaig Cask Strength Batch #012 as well. I must say this new Càirdeas 2024 is a special fine release just wish it was done at cask strength....cheers!

[@topshelfwhisky]

I wonder what CS would have added/subtracted to the experience. They probably reduced the abv by 2-5% but that love to match the year (2.4) when it's not CS.

[@christinedaisy594]

Ok, I need to open my bottle of this one after your review (and probably make additional purchases)😂!!! Also, I should probably send you a sample of the Laphroaig Elements.🙂🥃

[@topshelfdustin3060]

Won't say no!

[@topshelfwhisky]

Let’s do it! Email?

[@christinedaisy594]

@@topshelfwhisky will send you DM 😁

[@boswineguy5461]

Ok I’m convinced. I liked Triple Wood but thought it was a touch too high abv for me personally. This will prob be the perfect blend and abv for me.

[@topshelfwhisky]

Those are fair criticisms of the TW and your conclusion is exactly what to expect... plus a PX kick 😉

[@teddyballgame25]

Just hit PA…$99 Picked up a couple based off ur excitement. Also preferred the Lore over the new 18. Hoping this is better than both of those.

[@topshelfwhisky]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@100puremustard5]

Great review guys! I've always been a huge Laphroaig fan, their 10yr CS is the best bang for the buck in peated for me. Just ordered a couple bottles of this Cairdeas based off your review alone. Question: this one sounds very sherry foward... how would you compare it to Hazelburn 15yr 2023?

[@topshelfwhisky]

Different whiskies but this Laphroaig for fair more punchy. A bigger sherry swell.

[@ironmantran]

damn, i'm getting a case . . . in the range of 25yo for 100 pops . . . dang it !

[@arnoldbanderas1595]

I got two from ttw here in California $109.00 plus tax I might get one more!! Cheers

[@MrChristopherMolloy]

I'm betting the lower ABV has to do with some older stock in the blend.

[@topshelfwhisky]

I believe this is the oldest Cairdeas release in some time. Regarding the abv, Laphroaig matches the release year (52.4= 2024) when they deviate for cask strength.

[@MrChristopherMolloy]

@topshelfwhisky Oh yeah, I forgot that bit of trivia 👍

[@garyk3675]

Wow - I was gonna pass but after this review, I just pulled the trigger! I have been enjoying a 17 yo Williamson Rites of passage first fill sherry so much that I got a second bottle before they disappeared (it was expensive), and thought ‘ok enough Laphroaig for now’. Great review - after hearing it, I am sold!!

[@shaddepadde]

Remember that theese boys also love laphroaig and smokey whisky in general :D The rest of the world point to that this is overpriced and go for cask strength instead. Love their videos as always anyway :D

[@garyk3675]

@@shaddepadde the Williamson is a unique Laphroaig, dark, rich, and mildly smokey. I love it. This one is cheap by comparison. Mike's comment about the quarter cask making the mouth feel thick and oily instead of thin was what finally sold me. $104.99 in my market.

[@topshelfdustin3060]

@@shaddepadde the 10 CS is basically the same prices as this....when Ohio isn't giving them away that is lol. But who else has reviewed this one? Be interested in the review.

[@shaddepadde]

@@topshelfdustin3060 just google laphroaig cairdeas 2024 and there are some reviews + whiskybase. In europe / sweden the laphroaig cairdeas is about 40 euros more than the 10 CS

[@topshelfwhisky]

No lies told ✌🏻

[@Faisalhossain-s5h]

Big fan of your channel… 😊 I have two 2024 Càirdeas and two Bunna 2022 cs.. What will be your recommendation to get more backup of? Note : i can find both easily. Thank you !

[@topshelfwhisky]

That's a close call...two of the best "bang for your buck" releases in recent memory. I'm struggling with this one. -both cask strength -both heavily sherried -both age stated (10 & 12) -both Islay If you can only pick one, ask yourself if you prefer your whisky heavily peated or not. But if you can get both, buy both!

[@topshelfwhisky]

also, I bought 5 Laphroaigs and 3 Bunna's...whatever that's worth.

[@Faisalhossain-s5h]

@@topshelfwhisky thank you very much !

[@Faisalhossain-s5h]

@@topshelfwhisky tbh i gave up paying double or triple for Bourbons! I have most of the allocated bourbons but not doing tht again for backups, rather focusing on Scotch (your channel helped a lot) here in NYC/NJ/CT way easier to get your recommended Scotch’s! Everyone just hunting next hyped bourbon. Although my collection is 80% bourbon but just not gonna pay inflated prices!

[@WhiskeyForge]

Was waiting for a review on this one since the White Port from last year was so awful.

[@benholt7776]

Okay I’m convinced to pick up a bottle of this while in Manhattan. Is 120 too much?

[@topshelfwhisky]

Nope.. well, not in my opinion.

[@topshelfdustin3060]

I'd guess 100-130 will be the going rate most places.

[@jameslim7093]

Have you tried Laphroaig Element L1? I highly recommend.

[@topshelfwhisky]

I believe Dustin has a bottle but I have not.

[@topshelfdustin3060]

I haven't. I have heard some good stuff, but just too many bottles and too little funds

[@christinecamley]

This one

[@ryanparker4775]

What do you know about the laphroaig elements 2.0?

[@topshelfwhisky]

Haven't tried.

[@topshelfdustin3060]

Is that the one after the 2.0? Yeah don't know much.

[@kleinster99]

I got two of these at $100 each. You won’t find the 21 at $100.

[@topshelfwhisky]

good buy

[@kirbycalgary2844]

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