"However, it's cold and damp tonight so I think a shot or two of Lagalvulin would be the snort of choice."
Laphroaig is the grown-ups alternative to night nurse or Vick's medinight! I love it too under the right circumstances!
What's the view on cask strenght? I've tried Springbank and a couple of others and I can't make up my mind if it's marketing hype or a serious choice. Offering it to novices and poseurs is a hoot! Worth the price just for their reaction.