{"product_id":"living-souls-13-yo-williamson-islay-blended-malt-scotch-whisky-46-0-alc-vol-700-ml","title":"Living Souls - 13 yo 'Williamson'","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLiving Souls – 13 Year Old “Williamson” Islay Blended Malt Scotch Whisky\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e13 Years Old | Teaspooned Islay Malt | Refill Bourbon Barrels | 46.0% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmoke, sea spray, and citrus collide in an Islay dram with unmistakable coastal confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLiving Souls 13 Year Old “Williamson”\u003c\/strong\u003e is a bold and beautifully matured \u003cstrong\u003eteaspooned Islay blended malt\u003c\/strong\u003e, widely understood by whisky enthusiasts to trace its roots to one of Islay’s most iconic distilleries. Matured exclusively in \u003cstrong\u003erefill bourbon barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, this release balances maritime intensity with refinement earned through over a decade of maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those familiar with the name, \u003cstrong\u003e“Williamson”\u003c\/strong\u003e is the traditional industry alias often associated with teaspooned malt linked to \u003cstrong\u003eLaphroaig\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering enthusiasts an intriguing opportunity to experience a whisky unmistakably Islay in character while carrying its own unique identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis dram evokes \u003cstrong\u003ea windswept cove at dusk\u003c\/strong\u003e, where driftwood burns low on a beachside fire and sea mist settles over the shoreline. Aromas of \u003cstrong\u003esmoked almonds, bright lemon, and medicinal coastal brine\u003c\/strong\u003e rise from the glass, underscored by hints of iodine and ocean spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, waves of \u003cstrong\u003epeat smoke and citrus collide\u003c\/strong\u003e, revealing layers of smoky depth balanced by soft vanilla sweetness from the bourbon casks. The result is a whisky that feels rugged yet composed, a vivid expression of Islay’s untamed coastline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled at an approachable yet flavorful \u003cstrong\u003e46.0% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e, this release delivers complexity and drinkability in equal measure, making it equally rewarding for seasoned peat lovers and those exploring mature Islay whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether opened beside a fire or shared among fellow whisky enthusiasts, this is a dram that captures the raw, elemental beauty of Islay in every sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhisky Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Williamson (Teaspooned Islay Malt)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Islay\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottler:\u003c\/strong\u003e Living Souls\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13 Years Old\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCask Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refill Bourbon Barrels\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46.0%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Islay Blended Malt Scotch Whisky\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smoked almonds, bright lemon, sea spray, medicinal brine, iodine, and soft coastal smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Waves of peat smoke, citrus zest, gentle vanilla sweetness, maritime salinity, and charred driftwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and smoky with lingering citrus oils, soft ash, coastal minerality, and warming spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Living Souls\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiving Souls believes some of the most remarkable whiskies are those that wander off the beaten track. Their aim is to uncover these hidden gems, add their own touch and bring their stories to life through a world of small batch spirit masterpieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eNon-Chill Filtered\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003e13 years of maturation in refill bourbon barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✓ A classic \u003cstrong\u003e“Williamson” teaspooned Islay malt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✓ Rich coastal smoke balanced by citrus brightness\u003cbr\u003e✓ Bottled at a versatile \u003cstrong\u003e46.0% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eNatural color \u0026amp; non-chill filtered\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✓ A compelling dram for \u003cstrong\u003eLaphroaig and Islay fans alike\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA smoky, maritime Islay dram that channels bonfire smoke, sea mist, and the wild coastline in every pour.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand Tasting Notes: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis bold 'Williamson' is a teaspooned 13 -year-old Islay blended malt, matured in refill bourbon barrels. Each sip transports you to a windswept cove as dusk, where driftwood crackles on a campfire and the sea mist hangs heavy in the air. The scent of smoked almonds and bright lemon dances with a briny whisper of iodine. On the palate, waves of smoke and citrus collide, capturing the wild untamed coastline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Laphroaig Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLaphroaig - An Unmistakable Islay Icon\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOn the \u003cstrong\u003esouthern coast of Islay\u003c\/strong\u003e, where Atlantic winds shape both land and spirit, Laphroaig Distillery stands as one of the most unmistakable names in Scotch whisky. Founded in \u003cstrong\u003e1815\u003c\/strong\u003e by the Johnston brothers, Laphroaig has built its legacy on its bold and beloved peated whiskies. Its whiskies are defined by iodine-rich smoke, brine, seaweed, and a surprising underlying sweetness, flavors born from the distillery’s \u003cstrong\u003eproximity to the sea\u003c\/strong\u003e and its \u003cstrong\u003etraditional floor malting practices\u003c\/strong\u003e, still partially maintained on site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLike many Islay distilleries, Laphroaig’s identity is inseparable from its environment. The peat, cut from nearby bogs, imparts that signature phenolic intensity, while the sea air that drifts through its dunnage warehouses plays a quiet but crucial role in maturation. The distillery’s iconic pagoda roofs and \u003cstrong\u003ewhitewashed buildings, emblazoned with its bold black lettering\u003c\/strong\u003e, have become a pilgrimage landmark for whisky lovers around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAfter pandemic-related delays forced us to postpone our plans in 2020 and 2021, our long-awaited \u003cstrong\u003epilgrimage to Islay\u003c\/strong\u003e finally became a reality in August 2022. Laphroaig was always at the very top of our list and fittingly, it became our first stop of the trip. There’s something surreal about arriving early in the day, the distillery still quiet, the smell of peat smoke hanging in the air as the island slowly wakes up. From the moment we stepped inside, it felt like stepping into \u003cstrong\u003ewhisky history\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSeeing the iconic stills in person, smaller than expected, yet unmistakably purposeful brought a new appreciation for the craft behind every bottle. Walking out along the dock and turning back toward the distillery offered that classic view: \u003cstrong\u003eLaphroaig rising from the shoreline\u003c\/strong\u003e, waves lapping at the edge, a scene that’s instantly recognizable from pictures yet far more powerful in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBut the true highlight was the \u003cstrong\u003ewarehouse tasting\u003c\/strong\u003e. Standing among rows of casks, breathing in that mix of damp earth, oak, and sea air, we had the chance to\u003cstrong\u003e taste and even bottle whisky straight from the cask\u003c\/strong\u003e. It’s one thing to know Laphroaig’s profile; it’s another entirely to experience it in its raw, unfiltered form, drawn directly from the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLaphroaig is not a subtle whisky, nor does it try to be. It’s a distillery that leans fully into its identity: \u003cstrong\u003euncompromising, distinctive, and deeply rooted in place\u003c\/strong\u003e. Visiting in person only reinforced what makes it so special: this is not just whisky production, it’s tradition, environment, and character distilled into every drop.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Living Souls","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45041475780678,"sku":"12687","price":104.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/1920\/2630\/files\/LivingSouls13YRSWilliamsonsmall.png?v=1780340981","url":"https:\/\/scotchdrinkersonly.com\/products\/living-souls-13-yo-williamson-islay-blended-malt-scotch-whisky-46-0-alc-vol-700-ml","provider":"Scotch Drinkers Only","version":"1.0","type":"link"}