Lagavulin 8 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | 48
Lagavulin 8 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | 48% Vol | 70cl | Sweet | Tea-Scented Smokiness | True Sipping Scottish Whisky | with Gift Box | The Perfect Christmas Gif
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| Weight: | 1.98 Kilograms |
| Dimensions: | 8.49 x 8.49 x 30.95 cm; 1.26 Kilograms |
| Brand: | Lagavulin |
| Model: | LAGAVULIN-8-48-70-6 |
| Manufacture: | Lagavulin Distillery |
| Dimensions: | 8.49 x 8.49 x 30.95 cm; 1.26 Kilograms |
| Origin: | United Kingdom |
| Volume: | 700 Millilitres |
As whisky goes, you can’t go wrong with this really.
Even when I bought some in a bar in Edinburgh only to find it was 15 a shot, at least it was Lagavulin 16. But if you can get this when it’s on offer around 60-70 you’re getting a great deal.
Never really was into whisky until a Scottish friend offered me a nip of this 16yo. Something to savour and enjoy for a good while on the palate..
I once bought the 8yo as it was far cheaper, but that seems completely different to the 16yo which is my all-time favourite.
Thats our 4th bottle this year. When I saw it is on sale in Amazon, I could not stop myself but place an order and make a regular subscription for further discount:).
If you love peaty whisky with intense of dried fruit and smoky, it is one of my top good value bottles as always. I normally drink it straight as I prefer its original in-depth favour. But if you want to have more mellow and soft texture and open up the fruit aroma/ favour, a few drops of spring still water can do.
There is only a small issue on the packaging as happened on me when Amazon delivery for any whisky bottles so far… The Whisky Box HASN’T packed well with an extra sticker on top of the bottle. When I unpack the box, it always drops off the Amazon box. So be careful when u open the box.
If you like the Islay whiskies together with Caol Ila this is a very good example of the type, It’s a whisky to be consumed straight or with a dash of water and enjoyed.
When they are on offer at Amazon very good value, unfortunately not always the case and the local supermarket may have better pricing.
It’s quite pungent. I get a pleasant medicinal scent (similar to Laphroaig) seeping through burnt oak. It’s to the point I’m not sure if this is intentional or that maturing casks have long since had their day, or maybe a result of charring in the malting process. Very peated, with a suggestion of honey and possibly slight marzipan that progresses into a more savoury nuttiness. Very layered, but I can’t say either way if this is truly a great whisky or one that’s just very different… Certainly not for first time whisky drinkers – You’ll either love it or loathe it. I’d recommend buying a small sample bottle first if possible. Hope this helps, good luck.!