UNIQUE FEATURES – Lagavulin 16 Year Old has always been considered the epitome of Islay Single Malts. The “King of Islay” has celebrated numerous award wins, most recently winning Double Gold at the 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition
HOW IT’S MADE – Lagavulin 16 Year Old is crafted by the people of Islay, with one of the longest distillation and maturation periods – if something’s worth doing, it’s worth doing it right. Time, say the islanders, takes out the fire but leaves the warmth
TASTING NOTES – Intense, peat-rich, sweet and salty Single Malt Scotch Whisky from the coast of Islay
BRAND HISTORY – Lagavulin 16 Year Old is the pride of more than two centuries’ commitment, crafting a legendary, smoky Single Malt Whisky that is the hallmark of the classic Lagavulin distillery
SERVE – Best served neat, on ice or in a classic whisky cocktail
OCCASION – Raise a glass of Lagavulin 16 Year Old with friends and loved ones
GIFTING – Delight in the richness of Lagavulin; an ideal gift for those who appreciate the finer things. Beautifully presented in a gift box, ready to delight—just add a ribbon
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13 reviews for Lagavulin 16 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | 43% vol | 70cl | Smoky & Intense | Peat-Rich | Sweet & Salty Single Malt | Aged in Oak Casks | Perfect for Whisky Lovers…
Rated 5 out of 5
ＫＥＮ –
スモーキーなところが好みの分かれるウィスキー。 味は抜群にうまい。 ストレートがおすすめです。
Rated 5 out of 5
SKARY –
great tasting very smooth Great AMAZON Pricing as well
Rated 5 out of 5
Michael –
ch habe schon viele Whiskys probiert, aber der Lagavulin 16 Jahre bleibt einer meiner absoluten Favoriten. Hier meine Gedanken zu diesem außergewöhnlichen Islay Single Malt:
Profil: • Geschmack: Der Lagavulin 16 bietet eine intensive Rauchigkeit, die typisch für Islay Whiskys ist, kombiniert mit einer tiefen, fast süßlichen Torfnote. Unterlegt wird das Ganze von einer angenehmen Komplexität aus Vanille, Seetang und einer Spur dunkler Schokolade. • Aroma: Im Nosing dominieren Rauch und Torf, begleitet von einer reichen Fruchtigkeit und Nuancen von gereiftem Leder und Tabak. Ein echtes Erlebnis für die Sinne! • Finish: Lang, warm und rauchig mit einem anhaltenden, süßlich-würzigen Nachklang.
Ideal für: • Genießerabende: Dieser Whisky ist perfekt, um einen langen Tag ausklingen zu lassen oder um besondere Anlässe zu feiern. • Geschenk: Für Whisky-Liebhaber, die Rauch und Tiefe schätzen, ist der Lagavulin 16 ein Geschenk, das Begeisterung auslöst.
Fazit: Der Lagavulin 16 Jahre ist mehr als nur ein Whisky – es ist eine Erfahrung, die man sich nicht entgehen lassen sollte. Er vereint alle Eigenschaften, die einen hervorragenden Islay Malt ausmachen: Kraft, Komplexität und einen unverwechselbaren Charakter. Ein absolutes Muss für Kenner und jene, die es werden wollen.
Rated 5 out of 5
James –
Was bought for a great, they loved it
Rated 5 out of 5
Mr. S. Mclelland –
Superb whisky,not the cheapest but pure quality
Rated 5 out of 5
Ben –
Ah Lagavulin 16, the pinnacle of Scotch, perfection in a bottle and well and truly my ride or die whisky.
My whisky journey began a year or so ago when I saw a bottle of Bowmore No. 1 on offer and decided to try it as my partner is from Orkney and I wanted to embrace some of the culture. I’m also a huge lover of Parks and Rec. and Ron Swanson is, in my honest opinion, a true role model. A proper ‘man’s man’, and with an iron clad set of morals and a ‘stash to be envious of. When such a man describes something as ‘Nectar of the Gods’ you know it must be special and I knew I had to try it. Well lo’ and behold a bottle appeared for me at Christmas and I opened the box to finally stare at that iconic bottle in the flesh for the first time.
I opened the plastic wrapping around the cork and pulled it for the first time, pouring the first of the luscious gold liquid into my glass. I was truly terrified! What if I hated it? What if Mr. Swanson had mislead me? Well in one whiff that fear evaporated all at once. When I finally put the glass to my lips the first time I immediately entered a heaven like no other. Below you’ll find my tasting notes which I hope are helpful and perhaps come across to you too:
Nose: A classic Islay with a twist. There’s smoke there but it’s not overwhelming. Maritime with a good amount of sea salt and just the tiniest hint of iodine. It’s woody and intense but it takes you to the edge and hangs you off it, then just as you begin to fall pulls you back into a warming embrace. But there’s more… A hint of fruit that’s unlike your typical Speyside and certainly a world away from other Islays. To give you an idea, picture the smoke of Caol Ila 12, add a hint of the classic Bowmore citrus and crank up the intensity. Then add a dash of tropical fruit and banana not unlike a rum. It’s exquisite.
Palate: There’s smoke immediately but again it doesn’t overwhelm. Lagavulin is widely known as one of the smokier single malts and I’d agree but it doesn’t punch you in the face in quite the same way as it’s neighbouring distilleries of Ardbeg and Laphroaig. It’s utterly unique as well in that it flirts with both oiliness and dryness and blends them so flawlessly. Oily in that it coats your mouth and you always know it’s there, but dry in that it steps back before it gets too much. Behind the smoke there’s more of that odd tropical fruit with saltiness. There’s the classic medicinal note of iodine/TCP as well but it’s only ever a cameo appearance to remind you that this is an Islay malt. Lagavulin takes you on a deep dive into unknown waters, then just as it all begins to get a bit much it lifts you back to the surface on a wave of fresh mint.
Finish: The finish starts with the hint of mint from the palate. Fruitiness steps back forward through the smoke which serves as the bed on which all the other notes sit. It’s a long finish and a satisfying one at that. This is a whisky that wants to be remembered.
I discovered fairly early on that I’m a fan of Islay, but this is definitely not a whisky for beginners. Start with Highland Park 12 and then try one of the Talisker offerings. Then, when you’re ready to make the jump to Islay, go for either of the aforementioned Caol Ila or Bowmore 12 year olds. The Ila will show you the smokier elements whilst with the Bowmore it’s the fruit and honey that comes forward. They’ll prepare your palate for some of the more intense offerings from this wonderful island.
Back to the Lagavulin, to conclude, it’s sheer magic in a bottle. Whether you love it or hate it, you’ll feel something and feel it intensely. It provokes a response on a deeper level and it’s wonderful. My only criticism would be Diageo’s shameless price gouging. At 70 quid a bottle it’s still a relative steal when you can afford it but I’ve heard on good authority that the price is like to soon go well over £100. Before that happens do yourself a favour and grab a bottle, even if you save it for later. And if you don’t like it, send me the rest! This is my special occasion whisky and the one I always gaze longingly at when financial constraints force me to reach for a cheaper bottle from the cabinet. An absolute marvel of a whisky.
Rated 5 out of 5
ross –
A lovely Islay malt, but at a price.
Rated 5 out of 5
fabio –
Great Scotch, extra peaty and great paired with dark chocolate
Rated 5 out of 5
Eutrapélie –
acheté pour un ami, il a beaucoup aimé
Rated 5 out of 5
Amazon Customer –
The King of all Whiskys
Rated 5 out of 5
Marco –
Il Lagavulin 16 Years è un single malt scotch whisky che incarna alla perfezione l’essenza di Islay. La sua reputazione come “Re di Islay” è pienamente meritata: ogni sorso racconta una storia di tradizione, cura e maestria nella distillazione.
Dal momento in cui si versa nel bicchiere, il suo colore ambrato cattura l’occhio, mentre l’aroma intenso di torba affumicata si mescola elegantemente con note dolci e salmastre. Al palato, regala un’esperienza profonda e complessa, con un equilibrio magistrale tra la ricchezza affumicata, la dolcezza vellutata e il carattere salino delle sue persistenti note finali.
Il lungo periodo di invecchiamento di 16 anni in botti di rovere si traduce in una maturità e raffinatezza che pochi whisky possono vantare. Perfetto da gustare liscio o con un goccio d’acqua, è ideale sia per gli intenditori che per chi desidera avvicinarsi al mondo dei single malt torbati.
Un vero gioiello che non può mancare nella collezione di ogni appassionato. Non è solo un whisky, ma un’esperienza sensoriale unica che celebra 200 anni di storia e tradizione.
Rated 4 out of 5
Carl –
Very Good Stable Malt from Islay Easy to drink Smoky with the peat Great value Smooth on its own and great with coke for a smoky cokey
Rated 5 out of 5
The Apprentice –
Bought as a leaving present for a colleague. He said it was great.
ＫＥＮ –
スモーキーなところが好みの分かれるウィスキー。
味は抜群にうまい。
ストレートがおすすめです。
SKARY –
great tasting very smooth
Great AMAZON Pricing as well
Michael –
ch habe schon viele Whiskys probiert, aber der Lagavulin 16 Jahre bleibt einer meiner absoluten Favoriten. Hier meine Gedanken zu diesem außergewöhnlichen Islay Single Malt:
Profil:
• Geschmack: Der Lagavulin 16 bietet eine intensive Rauchigkeit, die typisch für Islay Whiskys ist, kombiniert mit einer tiefen, fast süßlichen Torfnote. Unterlegt wird das Ganze von einer angenehmen Komplexität aus Vanille, Seetang und einer Spur dunkler Schokolade.
• Aroma: Im Nosing dominieren Rauch und Torf, begleitet von einer reichen Fruchtigkeit und Nuancen von gereiftem Leder und Tabak. Ein echtes Erlebnis für die Sinne!
• Finish: Lang, warm und rauchig mit einem anhaltenden, süßlich-würzigen Nachklang.
Ideal für:
• Genießerabende: Dieser Whisky ist perfekt, um einen langen Tag ausklingen zu lassen oder um besondere Anlässe zu feiern.
• Geschenk: Für Whisky-Liebhaber, die Rauch und Tiefe schätzen, ist der Lagavulin 16 ein Geschenk, das Begeisterung auslöst.
Fazit:
Der Lagavulin 16 Jahre ist mehr als nur ein Whisky – es ist eine Erfahrung, die man sich nicht entgehen lassen sollte. Er vereint alle Eigenschaften, die einen hervorragenden Islay Malt ausmachen: Kraft, Komplexität und einen unverwechselbaren Charakter. Ein absolutes Muss für Kenner und jene, die es werden wollen.
James –
Was bought for a great, they loved it
Mr. S. Mclelland –
Superb whisky,not the cheapest but pure quality
Ben –
Ah Lagavulin 16, the pinnacle of Scotch, perfection in a bottle and well and truly my ride or die whisky.
My whisky journey began a year or so ago when I saw a bottle of Bowmore No. 1 on offer and decided to try it as my partner is from Orkney and I wanted to embrace some of the culture. I’m also a huge lover of Parks and Rec. and Ron Swanson is, in my honest opinion, a true role model. A proper ‘man’s man’, and with an iron clad set of morals and a ‘stash to be envious of. When such a man describes something as ‘Nectar of the Gods’ you know it must be special and I knew I had to try it. Well lo’ and behold a bottle appeared for me at Christmas and I opened the box to finally stare at that iconic bottle in the flesh for the first time.
I opened the plastic wrapping around the cork and pulled it for the first time, pouring the first of the luscious gold liquid into my glass. I was truly terrified! What if I hated it? What if Mr. Swanson had mislead me? Well in one whiff that fear evaporated all at once. When I finally put the glass to my lips the first time I immediately entered a heaven like no other. Below you’ll find my tasting notes which I hope are helpful and perhaps come across to you too:
Nose: A classic Islay with a twist. There’s smoke there but it’s not overwhelming. Maritime with a good amount of sea salt and just the tiniest hint of iodine. It’s woody and intense but it takes you to the edge and hangs you off it, then just as you begin to fall pulls you back into a warming embrace. But there’s more… A hint of fruit that’s unlike your typical Speyside and certainly a world away from other Islays. To give you an idea, picture the smoke of Caol Ila 12, add a hint of the classic Bowmore citrus and crank up the intensity. Then add a dash of tropical fruit and banana not unlike a rum. It’s exquisite.
Palate: There’s smoke immediately but again it doesn’t overwhelm. Lagavulin is widely known as one of the smokier single malts and I’d agree but it doesn’t punch you in the face in quite the same way as it’s neighbouring distilleries of Ardbeg and Laphroaig. It’s utterly unique as well in that it flirts with both oiliness and dryness and blends them so flawlessly. Oily in that it coats your mouth and you always know it’s there, but dry in that it steps back before it gets too much. Behind the smoke there’s more of that odd tropical fruit with saltiness. There’s the classic medicinal note of iodine/TCP as well but it’s only ever a cameo appearance to remind you that this is an Islay malt. Lagavulin takes you on a deep dive into unknown waters, then just as it all begins to get a bit much it lifts you back to the surface on a wave of fresh mint.
Finish: The finish starts with the hint of mint from the palate. Fruitiness steps back forward through the smoke which serves as the bed on which all the other notes sit. It’s a long finish and a satisfying one at that. This is a whisky that wants to be remembered.
I discovered fairly early on that I’m a fan of Islay, but this is definitely not a whisky for beginners. Start with Highland Park 12 and then try one of the Talisker offerings. Then, when you’re ready to make the jump to Islay, go for either of the aforementioned Caol Ila or Bowmore 12 year olds. The Ila will show you the smokier elements whilst with the Bowmore it’s the fruit and honey that comes forward. They’ll prepare your palate for some of the more intense offerings from this wonderful island.
Back to the Lagavulin, to conclude, it’s sheer magic in a bottle. Whether you love it or hate it, you’ll feel something and feel it intensely. It provokes a response on a deeper level and it’s wonderful. My only criticism would be Diageo’s shameless price gouging. At 70 quid a bottle it’s still a relative steal when you can afford it but I’ve heard on good authority that the price is like to soon go well over £100. Before that happens do yourself a favour and grab a bottle, even if you save it for later. And if you don’t like it, send me the rest! This is my special occasion whisky and the one I always gaze longingly at when financial constraints force me to reach for a cheaper bottle from the cabinet. An absolute marvel of a whisky.
ross –
A lovely Islay malt, but at a price.
fabio –
Great Scotch, extra peaty and great paired with dark chocolate
Eutrapélie –
acheté pour un ami, il a beaucoup aimé
Amazon Customer –
The King of all Whiskys
Marco –
Il Lagavulin 16 Years è un single malt scotch whisky che incarna alla perfezione l’essenza di Islay. La sua reputazione come “Re di Islay” è pienamente meritata: ogni sorso racconta una storia di tradizione, cura e maestria nella distillazione.
Dal momento in cui si versa nel bicchiere, il suo colore ambrato cattura l’occhio, mentre l’aroma intenso di torba affumicata si mescola elegantemente con note dolci e salmastre. Al palato, regala un’esperienza profonda e complessa, con un equilibrio magistrale tra la ricchezza affumicata, la dolcezza vellutata e il carattere salino delle sue persistenti note finali.
Il lungo periodo di invecchiamento di 16 anni in botti di rovere si traduce in una maturità e raffinatezza che pochi whisky possono vantare. Perfetto da gustare liscio o con un goccio d’acqua, è ideale sia per gli intenditori che per chi desidera avvicinarsi al mondo dei single malt torbati.
Un vero gioiello che non può mancare nella collezione di ogni appassionato. Non è solo un whisky, ma un’esperienza sensoriale unica che celebra 200 anni di storia e tradizione.
Carl –
Very Good Stable Malt from Islay
Easy to drink
Smoky with the peat
Great value
Smooth on its own and great with coke for a smoky cokey
The Apprentice –
Bought as a leaving present for a colleague. He said it was great.