Diageo is pausing their annual single malt special releases starting this year (Lagavulin, Oban, Talisker, etc.)
Laphroaig is releasing an 11 year Oloroso finished limited edition (51.5% ABV), which is a year older and a tiny bit higher proof than the 10 year sherry oak finished that is usually on shelves (also Oloroso). Makes me think they are just trying to move inventory currently resting in rickhouses.