Whiskey
Scotch Whisky
Single Malt Scotch
Lagavulin 16 Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Review
93
Amber in color. Medium to intense iodine, brine, and herbal aromas. Opens lightly with some glycerine smoothness. Then opens up some with sweet peat, vanilla, dates, and nutty notes. The acidity then perks up with some herbs and baking spice. Fairly long 60 to 90 second finish. Tasted 7/18/2008.
Notes
An Islay malt, Lagavulin has the characteristic rubbery peat, smoke, and seaweed notes. It is not as peaty as Laphroaig, nor quite as salty. It does have a bit more iodine and smoky sweetness. If you're trying to get into Laphroaig, you can use Lagavulin as a stepping stone.