Nose
A very mild, for Laphroaig untypical smoke smell. The 30 years have pulled something. The aroma is fruity, with some spices. Carnation, marzipan, ...
Taste
Very strong, no wonder at over 50%. Comfortable character, warming, fresh. Vanilla comes out, oak, the spices now more intense. The smoke is dominant, but not unpleasant. He is round, balanced.
Finish
Long, fruity, smoky.