Lagavulin 16 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky, 70cl
Revered by connoisseurs and experts, Lagavulin is known as “the king of Islay”. It is an 'essential' Scotch Whisky that any connoisseur or enthusiast must have in their collection; one of the world's favourite Malt Whiskies. Aged in oak casks for at least 16 years, this much sought-after Single Malt has the massive peat-smoke flavour that's typical of southern Islay, while also offering richness and a dryness that turns it into a truly interesting dram. The Lagavulin 16 Year Old has become a benchmark Islay dram from the Lagavulin distillery. A gift for all occasions for lovers of peaty and powerful whiskies.
Serving Suggestion: Best enjoyed from a traditional whisky glass, neat or with a little still water. Room-temperature water can bring out the hidden aromas and flavours of the whisky, making it more mellow and easy to drink.
A long, elegant peat-filled finish with lots of salt and seaweed.
A long, elegant peat-filled finish with lots of salt and seaweed.
Intensely flavoured, peat smoke with iodine and seaweed and a rich, deep sweetness.
Dry peat smoke fills the palate with a gentle but strong sweetness, followed by sea and salt with touches of wood.
Title | Score | Year |
|---|---|---|
International Spirits Challenge | Silver | 2008 |
International Spirits Challenge | Gold | 2009, 2010, 2013 - 2015, 2018 |
International Spirits Challenge | Gold (Best in Class) | 2013 |
International Wine & Spirits Competition | Gold | 2014 |
International Wine & Spirits Competition | Gold (Best in Class) | 2007 - 2009 |
San Francisco World Spirits Competition | Double Gold | 2016 |
The Scotch Whisky Masters | Gold | 2012 |
The Scotch Whisky Masters | Master | 2009, 2011 & 2014 |
World Whiskies Awards | Best Single Malt Islay 13 years & over | 2000, 2001, 2003 & 2009 |
Ultimate Spirits Challenge | 97 Points | 2018 |
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