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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.
To mark the occasion, we're offering our Friends an exclusive 15% off when you purchase two or more bottles and free shipping.
One of our favourite celebrations
International Friendship Day is celebrated every year on 30 July. At Laphroaig, one day simply isn't enough. After all, Càirdeas means friendship in Gaelic. Throughout July, we'll be marking the occasion with special experiences, exclusive rewards and a few surprises along the way.
Stay Tuned
This month, join us for:
- An exclusive sweepstake with the chance to win Càirdeas 2026.
- 15% off when you purchase two or more bottles. Plus free shipping.
- A special birthday announcement.
- Laphroaig Live with a very special guest.
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.