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LAGAVULIN COCKTAIL RECIPES

The journey isn’t ahead, but in your glass

When you move past the smoke, you’ll find an array of flavours waiting to be explored. Our selection of easy-to-make cocktails have been elevated by Lagavulin's distinctive smoky character for an exceptional drinking experience.

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A glass of margarita with a red spiced rim next to a bottle of Lagavulin whisky.

Lagavulin Spicy Margarita

Discover the recipe for a Spicy Margarita that swaps the traditional tequila for a smoky Lagavulin 16 Single Malt Scotch Whisky, creating a show-stopping spin on a classic cocktail.

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Lagavulin Smokey Cokey

A guaranteed crowdpleaser, this classic simple serve is elevated with Lagavulin 8 Single Malt Scotch Whisky.

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Lagavulin Peaty Burns

A smoky, spirit-forward serve featuring Lagavulin Single Malt Scotch Whisky, sweet vermouth, Bénédictine, Angostura bitters, and finished with a lemon twist.

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An Old Fashioned in a rocks glass

Lagavulin Smoky Sweet Old Fashioned

Lagavulin 11 Year Old Sweet Peat offers a smoky, sweet twist on the beloved Old Fashioned cocktail.

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Lagavulin Sweet Peat Tea

An elevated twist on an iced tea, this recipe features warming ginger, sweet honey and Lagavulin 11 Year Old Sweet Peat Single Malt Scotch Whisky.

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An Old Fashioned in a rocks glass with a cherry and lemon peel garnish

Lagavulin x Mr Lyan Meadow Old Fashioned

A verdant, floral twist on the classic Old Fashioned direct from the global mixologist Mr Lyan.

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Lagavulin Spicy Ember

Rich peat smoke meets fragrant chai spices and nutty sweetness in this elegant stirred cocktail featuring Lagavulin 16 Single Malt Scotch Whisky and lifted by fresh orange for a smooth finish.

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Lagavulin Black Gold

A bold whisky cocktail where smoky Lagavulin Single Malt Scotch Whisky meets rich coffee liqueur and bright orange bitters.

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Lagavulin Caribbean Mermaid

Whip up a wonderfully exotic cocktail, combining fruity flavour with a smoky Lagavulin Single Malt Scotch Whisky.

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Spirit of Fall highball cocktail next to a bottle of Lagavulin whisky.

Lagavulin Spirit of Fall

Peated Single Malt Scotch Whisky meets ginger and yuzu in this Lagavulin take on an elevated highball.

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An Islay Daiquiri cocktail next to a bottle of Lagavulin 11 Year Old whisky.

Lagavulin Islay Daiquiri

A crowd favourite, the sweet, sassy daiquiri gets a smoky, Single Malt Scotch Whisky twist with Lagavulin.

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What starts with smoke ends with adventure. With every sip, a new world is revealed.

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