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Celebrate Friendship Month, the Laphroaig Way
Friendship Month is Laphroaig's annual celebration of International Friendship Day on 30 July, inspired by our Friends of Laphroaig community and our annual Càirdeas release.
One of our favourite celebrations
One of our favourite celebrations is almost here—International Friendship Day, celebrated every year on 30 July.
But one day dedicated to friendship simply isn't enough.
At Laphroaig, we celebrate friendship all year long. After all, Càirdeas means friendship in Gaelic, and every annual release is crafted exclusively with our Friends in mind.
What to Expect This Friendship Month
Throughout Friendship Month, we're bringing our Friends together with exclusive experiences, new discoveries and a few surprises inspired by the spirit of Càirdeas.
Here's what's is coming:
- Enter exciting sweepstakes for the chance to win exclusive prizes.
- Enjoy a Friendship Month discount on your favourite Laphroaig whiskies.
- Be the first to hear a special birthday announcement.
- Join us for Laphroaig Live with a very special guest.
Because one day simply isn't enough to celebrate friendship.
LOVED BY FRIENDS AROUND THE WORLD
Created exclusively for Friends of Laphroaig, every Càirdeas release tells a new story. This year's whisky is unlike anything we've created before. Matured entirely in French Oak casks for the first time, it brings a bold new dimension to unmistakable Laphroaig character.
But don't just take our word for it.
Friends around the world are already awarding this year's Càirdeas five-star reviews and sharing why this unique release is one not to miss.
HERE'S TO FRIENDSHIP
Whether you've been a Friend for years or are just discovering Laphroaig, Friendship Month is our way of celebrating the people who make every dram worth sharing.
Here's to friendships old and new.
Slàinte.
Friendship Month is Laphroaig's celebration of the community that has supported the distillery for generations. Throughout the month, Friends can discover exclusive experiences, special content, the annual Càirdeas release and opportunities to celebrate the spirit of friendship inspired by Islay.
Càirdeas means friendship in Gaelic. Every year, Laphroaig releases a special Càirdeas whisky crafted exclusively for Friends of Laphroaig, celebrating the community that has been part of the distillery's story for decades.
Càirdeas 2026 French Oak is the latest annual Càirdeas release from Laphroaig. Matured entirely in French Oak casks for the first time, it offers a distinctive expression of Laphroaig's unmistakable Islay character while celebrating the spirit of friendship.
Friends of Laphroaig is Laphroaig's global community of whisky enthusiasts. Members enjoy exclusive releases, unique experiences, special offers and a lifelong connection to the distillery on Islay.
You can join Friends of Laphroaig by creating a free account on the official Laphroaig website. Membership gives you access to exclusive content, product releases, competitions and member-only experiences. Sign up as a Friend of Laphroaig is free.
Simply log in to your Friends of Laphroaig account, visit the sweepstake page and confirm your entry before the closing date. Winners will be contacted by email once the sweepstake has ended.
International Friendship Day is celebrated every year on 30 July. At Laphroaig, we extend the celebration throughout Friendship Month with exclusive experiences and activities for our Friends.
Friendship has always been part of Laphroaig's story. The annual Càirdeas release, whose name means friendship in Gaelic, is created to celebrate the global community of Friends who share a passion for Islay whisky.
Yes. Laphroaig releases a new Càirdeas expression each year, with every edition offering a unique interpretation of the distillery's unmistakable Islay character.
Càirdeas is one of Laphroaig's most anticipated annual releases because it is created exclusively for Friends of Laphroaig. Each edition explores a different maturation or cask influence while celebrating the friendships and community that have been at the heart of the distillery for generations.
Càirdeas is Laphroaig's annual limited-edition release, created exclusively for Friends of Laphroaig. While Laphroaig 10 Year Old is the distillery's signature expression, each Càirdeas release explores a unique cask maturation or production style, offering a distinctive interpretation of Laphroaig's unmistakable Islay character.
