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.
Intensely flavoured, peat smoke with iodine and seaweed and a rich, deep sweetness.
Full, rich bodied.
Dry peat smoke fills the palate with a gentle but strong sweetness, followed by sea and salt with touches of wood.
A long, elegant peat-filled finish with lots of salt and seaweed.
Title | Score | Year |
|---|---|---|
San Francisco World Spirits Competition | Gold | 2025 |
New York International Spirits Competition | Gold | 2025 |
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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