Lagavulin : 16 Year

43% × 70cl × ISLAY

A staple of the peated whisky world, the Lagavulin 16 has seen considerable volatility in its market price in recent months. Owing to this, the character at play here doesn’t quite justify the price .

COLOR

Golden amber with 18k beading.

BODY

Oily with thick, fast-moving legs

NOSE

Peat smoke, seaweed (run ashore) and pine oil. Further breathing unveils sea salt and tropical fruits.

PALATE

Peat smoke, tar and brine. An earthiness, which works nicely alongside the peat, yet leaves you desiring for more.

FINISH

Cereal notes, particularly malt barely comes through here, leading to a drying finish. While many would agree this is a beast, the peat smoke on offer here feels more welterweight.

SCORE: 3.5/5