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NO ONE KNOWS THE FULL HISTORY OF LAPHROAIG AS IT IS LOST IN THE MISTS OF TIME
It's clear that the Irish had been distilling here for many years and that the locals picked up the skills when they left, but because it was illegal the small stills on the farms were rarely discussed - just a nod and a wink in the right direction!
What we do know though, is that the Johnstons started farming here around 1800, and that soon after messers Charles and Willie Doig were asked to do some 'work on a distillery' at Laphroaig. By 1815 Laphroaig's reputation had spread and the tax man was getting suspicious so they 'officially' established 'Johnston & Johnston' - the legend of Laphroaig had begun.
They say history is all in the telling and who better to tell it than Iain Henderson himself? Our Islay Epiphany is taken from the notes of a visitor who took the time to chat with Iain. You can also read the complete history of all the major events of our last 200 years in the Chronology Of Laphroaig.
Before you start though, we recommend you pour yourself a good measure of our 10 year old and get a real feel for the unique history of Laphroaig. It's the way Iain does it! |
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