Released to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the founding of Lagavulin distillery by John Johnston in 1816, this eight-year-old Single Malt Scotch Whisky is big and smoky. A celebration of the people and craft that have made Lagavulin great over the last two centuries, its fragrant, tea-scented smoke alongside nose-drying, maritime aromas is unlocked with just a drop of water. Inspired by the visit of Alfred Barnard to the distillery in the 1880s when he tried an 'exceptionally fine' eight-year-old from the distillery, this is a fitting tribute for the milestone. With a light body that becomes pleasantly oily, the Lagavulin 8 Year Old palate boasts a magnificently full-on Lagavulin taste that's somehow even bigger than you expect. The clean, long finish is subtle with minted smoke and warming chocolate notes. The limited edition, beautifully pristine presentation box makes it the perfect gift for lovers of peaty and powerful whiskies Lagavulin is one of the smokiest and most intense whiskies in the world. And it has even more richness to offer through deep sweetness and notes of dried. Situated in the romantic location of the beautiful island of Islay, the Lagavulin distillery lies on its Southern coast and looks onto Dunyvaig Castle. Rugged and intoxicating are just a couple of words I'd use to describe this fascinating and yet tiny island. Magnificently full on.
Released to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the founding of Lagavulin distillery by John Johnston in 1816, this eight-year-old Single Malt Scotch Whisky is big and smoky. A celebration of the people and craft that have made Lagavulin great over the last two centuries, its fragrant, tea-scented smoke alongside nose-drying, maritime aromas is unlocked with just a drop of water. Inspired by the visit of Alfred Barnard to the distillery in the 1880s when he tried an 'exceptionally fine' eight-year-old from the distillery, this is a fitting tribute for the milestone. With a light body that becomes pleasantly oily, the Lagavulin 8 Year Old palate boasts a magnificently full-on Lagavulin taste that's somehow even bigger than you expect. The clean, long finish is subtle with minted smoke and warming chocolate notes. The limited edition, beautifully pristine presentation box makes it the perfect gift for lovers of peaty and powerful whiskies Lagavulin is one of the smokiest and most intense whiskies in the world. And it has even more richness to offer through deep sweetness and notes of dried. Situated in the romantic location of the beautiful island of Islay, the Lagavulin distillery lies on its Southern coast and looks onto Dunyvaig Castle. Rugged and intoxicating are just a couple of words I'd use to describe this fascinating and yet tiny island. Magnificently full on.
Released to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the founding of Lagavulin distillery by John Johnston in 1816, this eight-year-old Single Malt Scotch Whisky is big and smoky. A celebration of the people and craft that have made Lagavulin great over the last two centuries, its fragrant, tea-scented smoke alongside nose-drying, maritime aromas is unlocked with just a drop of water. Inspired by the visit of Alfred Barnard to the distillery in the 1880s when he tried an 'exceptionally fine' eight-year-old from the distillery, this is a fitting tribute for the milestone. With a light body that becomes pleasantly oily, the Lagavulin 8 Year Old palate boasts a magnificently full-on Lagavulin taste that's somehow even bigger than you expect. The clean, long finish is subtle with minted smoke and warming chocolate notes. The limited edition, beautifully pristine presentation box makes it the perfect gift for lovers of peaty and powerful whiskies Lagavulin is one of the smokiest and most intense whiskies in the world. And it has even more richness to offer through deep sweetness and notes of dried. Situated in the romantic location of the beautiful island of Islay, the Lagavulin distillery lies on its Southern coast and looks onto Dunyvaig Castle. Rugged and intoxicating are just a couple of words I'd use to describe this fascinating and yet tiny island. Magnificently full on.
Released to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the founding of Lagavulin distillery by John Johnston in 1816, this eight-year-old Single Malt Scotch Whisky is big and smoky. A celebration of the people and craft that have made Lagavulin great over the last two centuries, its fragrant, tea-scented smoke alongside nose-drying, maritime aromas is unlocked with just a drop of water. Inspired by the visit of Alfred Barnard to the distillery in the 1880s when he tried an 'exceptionally fine' eight-year-old from the distillery, this is a fitting tribute for the milestone. With a light body that becomes pleasantly oily, the Lagavulin 8 Year Old palate boasts a magnificently full-on Lagavulin taste that's somehow even bigger than you expect. The clean, long finish is subtle with minted smoke and warming chocolate notes. The limited edition, beautifully pristine presentation box makes it the perfect gift for lovers of peaty and powerful whiskies Lagavulin is one of the smokiest and most intense whiskies in the world. And it has even more richness to offer through deep sweetness and notes of dried. Situated in the romantic location of the beautiful island of Islay, the Lagavulin distillery lies on its Southern coast and looks onto Dunyvaig Castle. Rugged and intoxicating are just a couple of words I'd use to describe this fascinating and yet tiny island. Magnificently full on.
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Lagavulin Islay Single Malt 8YEAR 700ML
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As a result, I opened the Lagavulin 8 and compared it to the Lagavulin 16 and the Laphroaig 10. My conclusion, each is distinct and they are all excellent.I was shocked by how light the color is for the Lag 8, especially when side by side with the Lag 16. I'm thinking the Lag 8 has its own mash bill and distillation procedure, but of course I don't really know because each has its own characteristics on the aroma as well as on the tongue.After alternating between all of them, I think I favor the Lag 8 a little bit more than the Lag 16. Lag 8 has a pleasant peat flavor, but it is smoother and has a hint of sweetness in the finish. The Lag 8 has a little bit more "heat" because it is 96 proof as opposed to the Lag 16's 86 proof. Given its background, the Lagavulin 8 ... MoreAs a result, I opened the Lagavulin 8 and compared it to the Lagavulin 16 and the Laphroaig 10. My conclusion, each is distinct and they are all excellent.I was shocked by how light the color is for the Lag 8, especially when side by side with the Lag 16. I'm thinking the Lag 8 has its own mash bill and distillation procedure, but of course I don't really know because each has its own characteristics on the aroma as well as on the tongue.After alternating between all of them, I think I favor the Lag 8 a little bit more than the Lag 16. Lag 8 has a pleasant peat flavor, but it is smoother and has a hint of sweetness in the finish. The Lag 8 has a little bit more "heat" because it is 96 proof as opposed to the Lag 16's 86 proof. Given its background, the Lagavulin 8 is a really nice one and a good value.
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Smell: Sweet (odd, almost citrusy), buttery brine, peat and smokeTaste: Sweet, butter, brine initially- Brine, peat, and smoke going down. Lingers with intense brine, peat, and smoke and a very slight odd sweetness to it.Please do consider that I'm not the biggest fan of Islays, but this is my favorite over and after Ardbeg 10 and after Laphroiag 10. If I 'loved' Islays, this is an easy 5/5, with the Lagavulin 16 right over it.Neat? Occasionally when I need some intensity. On the rock? Great with some barbeque (mmm!) Mixed? Not the spirit to do that with. You either buy this for that intensity or do it a disservice trying to mask it in a cocktail (just don't do it.) Do NOT give this to someone new to whiskey. Do give this to a scotch drinker that looking to ... MoreSmell: Sweet (odd, almost citrusy), buttery brine, peat and smokeTaste: Sweet, butter, brine initially- Brine, peat, and smoke going down. Lingers with intense brine, peat, and smoke and a very slight odd sweetness to it.Please do consider that I'm not the biggest fan of Islays, but this is my favorite over and after Ardbeg 10 and after Laphroiag 10. If I 'loved' Islays, this is an easy 5/5, with the Lagavulin 16 right over it.Neat? Occasionally when I need some intensity. On the rock? Great with some barbeque (mmm!) Mixed? Not the spirit to do that with. You either buy this for that intensity or do it a disservice trying to mask it in a cocktail (just don't do it.) Do NOT give this to someone new to whiskey. Do give this to a scotch drinker that looking to venture deeper. This is some good stuff once your palette gets accustomed to the specific Islay notes of brine, peat and smoke. Yes, spend the extra over a Laphroiag or Ardebg if you have not tried this one yet! If you liked those, you most likely will LOVE this.
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Nose: Strong wiff of peat moss. A saturation of sea spray as if you were standing on a pier on a foggy night in Gotham city. Freshly baked wheat bread that was casually scorched on Mustafar 14 feet away from a screaming Anakin Skywalker. Fresh grain. A brand spankin' new Sharpie marker. Salted Caramel.Palate: Smoke from a recently extinguished Anakin. Seaweed. Cigar leaves. Brand new leather from a comfortable pair of Justin boots. Everso slightly phenolic, but not off putting.Finish: Enjoyably long. Oakiness. Dried wood. Ashed coals from where Anakin cooked.
Lagavulin Islay Single Malt 8YEAR 700ML
As a result, I opened the Lagavulin 8 and compared it to the Lagavulin 16 and the Laphroaig 10. My conclusion, each is distinct and they are all excellent.I was shocked by how light the color is for the Lag 8, especially when side by side with the Lag 16. I'm thinking the Lag 8 has its own mash bill and distillation procedure, but of course I don't really know because each has its own characteristics on the aroma as well as on the tongue.After alternating between all of them, I think I favor the Lag 8 a little bit more than the Lag 16. Lag 8 has a pleasant peat flavor, but it is smoother and has a hint of sweetness in the finish. The Lag 8 has a little bit more "heat" because it is 96 proof as opposed to the Lag 16's 86 proof. Given its background, the Lagavulin 8 ... MoreAs a result, I opened the Lagavulin 8 and compared it to the Lagavulin 16 and the Laphroaig 10. My conclusion, each is distinct and they are all excellent.I was shocked by how light the color is for the Lag 8, especially when side by side with the Lag 16. I'm thinking the Lag 8 has its own mash bill and distillation procedure, but of course I don't really know because each has its own characteristics on the aroma as well as on the tongue.After alternating between all of them, I think I favor the Lag 8 a little bit more than the Lag 16. Lag 8 has a pleasant peat flavor, but it is smoother and has a hint of sweetness in the finish. The Lag 8 has a little bit more "heat" because it is 96 proof as opposed to the Lag 16's 86 proof. Given its background, the Lagavulin 8 is a really nice one and a good value.
Smell: Sweet (odd, almost citrusy), buttery brine, peat and smokeTaste: Sweet, butter, brine initially- Brine, peat, and smoke going down. Lingers with intense brine, peat, and smoke and a very slight odd sweetness to it.Please do consider that I'm not the biggest fan of Islays, but this is my favorite over and after Ardbeg 10 and after Laphroiag 10. If I 'loved' Islays, this is an easy 5/5, with the Lagavulin 16 right over it.Neat? Occasionally when I need some intensity. On the rock? Great with some barbeque (mmm!) Mixed? Not the spirit to do that with. You either buy this for that intensity or do it a disservice trying to mask it in a cocktail (just don't do it.) Do NOT give this to someone new to whiskey. Do give this to a scotch drinker that looking to ... MoreSmell: Sweet (odd, almost citrusy), buttery brine, peat and smokeTaste: Sweet, butter, brine initially- Brine, peat, and smoke going down. Lingers with intense brine, peat, and smoke and a very slight odd sweetness to it.Please do consider that I'm not the biggest fan of Islays, but this is my favorite over and after Ardbeg 10 and after Laphroiag 10. If I 'loved' Islays, this is an easy 5/5, with the Lagavulin 16 right over it.Neat? Occasionally when I need some intensity. On the rock? Great with some barbeque (mmm!) Mixed? Not the spirit to do that with. You either buy this for that intensity or do it a disservice trying to mask it in a cocktail (just don't do it.) Do NOT give this to someone new to whiskey. Do give this to a scotch drinker that looking to venture deeper. This is some good stuff once your palette gets accustomed to the specific Islay notes of brine, peat and smoke. Yes, spend the extra over a Laphroiag or Ardebg if you have not tried this one yet! If you liked those, you most likely will LOVE this.
Nose: Strong wiff of peat moss. A saturation of sea spray as if you were standing on a pier on a foggy night in Gotham city. Freshly baked wheat bread that was casually scorched on Mustafar 14 feet away from a screaming Anakin Skywalker. Fresh grain. A brand spankin' new Sharpie marker. Salted Caramel.Palate: Smoke from a recently extinguished Anakin. Seaweed. Cigar leaves. Brand new leather from a comfortable pair of Justin boots. Everso slightly phenolic, but not off putting.Finish: Enjoyably long. Oakiness. Dried wood. Ashed coals from where Anakin cooked.
"Lagavulin was a request from my Ardbeg admirer for his birthday.Reviews for Lagavulin on children aged 8, 9, and 16 were widespread.went for eight years since it seemed to have the most flavor.Was a smart choice for a fan of peaty, tobacco-flavored Islay scotch.He claims that the flavor to price ratio was right on.The Lagavulin 8 was priced exactly halfway between the more expensive Corryvreckan and the cheaper Ardbeg 10.The Corryvreckan can be smelled from a mile away, although Ardbeg's 10 year is mild on peat.Lagavulin 8 would be perfect if it were oatmeal.
"Freshly baked wheat bread that was carelessly burnt on Mustafar 14 feet away from a shrieking Anakin Skywalker. A brand-new Sharpie marker. Salted Caramel. Nose: Heavy whiff of peat moss. A saturation of sea spray as if you were standing on a dock on a foggy night in Gotham City.Seaweed, cigar leaves, fresh leather from a cozy pair of Justin boots, ever-so-slightly phenolic, but not offensive; smoke from a recently extinguished Candle; palate.Finish: Pleasantly protracted; oakiness; dried wood; ash from Anakin's cooking."
This and the 16 shouldn't be compared, in my opinion, mostly because the 16 is Sherry and has a much stronger wood flavor. The 8 is significantly softer and sweeter. then erupts into a balanced, flavorful smoke. I adore it utterly. Like eating orange peels that have been roasted over a campfire. Laphroaig 10 is my favorite scotch, but I think this might overtake it as a favorite when I'm looking for something milder and more balanced. I should probably warn you that water kind of kills it. Very subtle describes this whiskey.
My Ardbeg fan requested Lagavulin for his birthday.Reviews on Lagavulin were all over on the 8, 9 & 16 yrs.Went 8 year bc it seemed to have the most full flavor to it.Was a good call for a peaty/tobacco type, Islay scotch lover.He says it was on point with fullness of flavor to price scale.The Lagavulin 8 fell right between the lower price Ardbeg 10 and, higher price Corryvreckan.Ardbeg's 10 yr is mild on peat. The Corryvreckan you can smell from a mile away.If Lagavulin 8 was porridge, it would be just right.Lagavulin 8 also pairs nicely with a cigar.His choice was EP Carrillo's Encore Majestic.Cheers.
I have been a lover of Lagavulin 16 since my first taste many years ago. I get a bottle as a gift every year and savor it sparingly throughout the year. This year My wife was unable to find a bottle and the store clerk suggested this 8 year old. It tastes like old gasoline. I have gone back to the bottle several times, thinking surely I must be mistake, but no, it is undrinkable. I poured the most recent glass down the drain.I have read of fake bottles of fine spirits and can only hope that that is what I have been sold here.Caveat emptor!
My experience is with the 8-year's 2016 release. Islay-appropriate balance is quite good. Caol Ila has more taste than Laphroaig 10, but is less AGRESSIVE (both are fantastic as well). This is highly advised. If you can, get it. fresh fruits, salt, buttery, mild smoke
Priced in the bulk-sell range like other Islay whiskies eg. Ardbeg 10 and Laphroiag 10, so I’m comparing to those, not to a 16-year-old whisky. Colour a light amber (similar to the Ardbeg 10). Nose strong peatiness, like other Islays but perhaps not as offensive to the wife as the Ardbeg 10. I poured a decent-sized glass straight from the newly opened bottle and was surprised by the strong afterburn which followed through to the last mouthful. I would not describe the palate as sweet at all. It’s sour, medicinal, lemony with a slight hint of the bourbon cask. The second glass I added water and agree that the sweetness & spiciness appears with water. I let it breathe for a short time before replacing the cork and re-trying 24 hours later. It made no significant ... MorePriced in the bulk-sell range like other Islay whiskies eg. Ardbeg 10 and Laphroiag 10, so I’m comparing to those, not to a 16-year-old whisky. Colour a light amber (similar to the Ardbeg 10). Nose strong peatiness, like other Islays but perhaps not as offensive to the wife as the Ardbeg 10. I poured a decent-sized glass straight from the newly opened bottle and was surprised by the strong afterburn which followed through to the last mouthful. I would not describe the palate as sweet at all. It’s sour, medicinal, lemony with a slight hint of the bourbon cask. The second glass I added water and agree that the sweetness & spiciness appears with water. I let it breathe for a short time before replacing the cork and re-trying 24 hours later. It made no significant difference to the palate. I rate it 15%-20% overpriced.
