Lagavulin
Iconic Islay distillery on the southern shore, Lagavulin produces some of the most intensely peated, deeply maritime whisky in Scotland. The 16 Year Old is a benchmark Islay dram.
Visiting Lagavulin
Contact distillery
Port Ellen, Isle of Islay
PA42 7DZ
- Shop
- Caf\u00e9/Restaurant
- Parking
Core range
16 Year Old
43% ABV
8 Year Old
48% ABV
Distillers Edition
43% ABV
Our verdict
The 16 is the gold standard for Islay. Dense peat smoke, brine, iodine, and an endlessly long finish. If you like Islay, this is a reference bottle.
Location
Port Ellen, Isle of Islay, PA42 7DZ
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