Lagavulin
Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 8 Y.O. 0.7L
| Size | 0,70 l |
|---|---|
| Alcohol content | 48.0% by volume |
| Area | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Aging | Aged for 8 years exclusively in ex-bourbon casks |
- Origin & style: Lagavulin Islay single malt featuring robust coastal peat and smoke
- Cask ageing: Matured 8 years in American ex-bourbon casks for mellow vanilla sweetness
- Nose: Salty sea breeze, mineral notes and earth, with citrus brightness and subtle spice
- Palate: Rich, savoury and oily; black pepper, liquorice, honey and toffee
- Strength & format: 70 cl bottled at 48% ABV, supplied in a presentation box
Description
What kind of spirit is this?
Lagavulin Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a renowned spirit from Scotland, bottled at a robust 48% ABV. Defined by an intense peaty and smoky style, it presents a structured profile with a clear maritime and mineral character. The nose is expansive and briny, offering sea spray, earthy tones, and fresh citrus, complemented by dark chocolate and black pepper. On the palate, this full-bodied whisky is distinctly savoury and oily, balancing peppery spice with liquorice, vanilla, honey, and caramelised grapes. The experience concludes with notes of burnt wood, leaving a long and clean finish.
Where does it come from?
This spirit originates from the Isle of Islay, a Scottish region celebrated for producing coastal single malts with pronounced maritime notes and a robust smoky signature. Crafted by Lagavulin, the whisky reflects its island setting through unmistakable briny sea aromas and a distinctly mineral and earthy edge. Alongside the deep peat character rooted in the local environment, the aromatic profile maintains a vibrant, fresh citrus direction that lifts the entire spirit. The maritime climate heavily influences the final distillate, embedding a natural coastal salinity.
How is it produced?
Maturation takes place exclusively in American ex-bourbon casks, a deliberate choice that imparts smooth vanilla tones and balances sweet nuances with intense peat. This careful wood management grants the whisky a pale straw-yellow colour and a firm structure, shaping notes of toasted oak while keeping the smoky elements clean. The selected bottling strength preserves the spirit’s aromatic intensity and distinct oily texture, allowing the salinity and dark spices to shine. Best enjoyed at a serving temperature of 16–18°C, this single malt serves as an elegant aperitif.
History and Heritage
Launched in 2016 to mark the distillery’s bicentenary, Lagavulin 8 Years was initially a limited edition, but its overwhelming success quickly secured its place as a permanent release. This exceptional malt reinterprets a historic expression from the Barnard era, paying homage to its deep Islay roots. Matured exclusively in ex-bourbon casks, this celebratory dram delivers a true taste of Scottish tradition, perfectly showcasing the authentic maritime profile and robust smoky character that define this renowned distillery.
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14 -16 °C
His successors, James Logan Mackie & Co., brought the company forward, opening new distilleries. Lagavulin produces whiskeys, all single malts, the most pale of all Islay Island, for many are considered the very essence of the island Read more
| Name | Lagavulin Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 8 Y.O. 0.7L |
|---|---|
| Type | Scotch Whisky |
| Size | 0,70 l |
| Alcohol content | 48.0% by volume |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Region | Scotland |
| Vendor | Lagavulin |
| Story | History and Heritage Launched in 2016 to mark the distillery’s bicentenary, Lagavulin 8 Years was initially a limited edition, but its overwhelming success quickly secured its place as a permanent release. This exceptional malt reinterprets a historic expression from the Barnard era, paying homage to its deep Islay roots. Matured exclusively in ex-bourbon casks, this celebratory dram delivers a true taste of Scottish tradition, perfectly showcasing the authentic maritime profile and robust smoky character that define this renowned distillery. |
| Origin | Isle of Islay, Scotland |
| Production technique | Aged for 8 years exclusively in ex-bourbon casks |
| Aging | Aged for 8 years exclusively in ex-bourbon casks |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |