Lagavulin 16 Year Islay Single Malt Scotch

Product Description

Lagavulin 16 Year Islay Single Malt Scotch: Deep Peat Smoke, Maritime Salt and Sherry-Rich Sweetness

Lagavulin 16 Year Islay Single Malt Scotch is the flagship aged expression from Lagavulin Distillery on the southern coast of Islay. Matured for at least 16 years, it combines assertive peat smoke with maritime, dried-fruit and oak character.

The standard US bottling is widely documented at 43% ABV. Its long maturation gives the whisky more integration and richness than a young peated malt, while the Lagavulin distillate retains the medicinal smoke, seaweed and coastal intensity associated with the distillery.

Lagavulin 16 is not simply a smoke-forward whisky. Sweet malt, dried fruit, sherry-like richness and savory depth balance the peat, making it suitable for slow tasting and bold food pairings.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Dense peat smoke, seaweed and iodine are joined by dried fruit, orange peel, honey and polished oak.

Palate: Full-bodied and oily, with sweet smoke, salt, dark fruit, caramel, malt, pepper and a savory maritime note.

Finish: Long and warming, carrying peat embers, oak, sea salt, dried fruit and gentle spice.

Food Pairings

Pair with smoked salmon, oysters, grilled lamb, barbecue, blue cheese or dark chocolate. The whisky’s smoke and salt also complement cured meats and dishes with charred or umami-rich flavors.

Serving Suggestions

Serve neat in a tulip-shaped glass and allow it to rest before tasting. Add a few drops of water to reveal more fruit and sweetness, or use one large cube for gradual dilution. Store upright away from direct sunlight.

Frequently Asked Questions

How old is Lagavulin 16? It carries a 16-year age statement.

What is the alcohol content? The standard US release is bottled at 43% ABV.

Is Lagavulin 16 heavily peated? Yes. Peat smoke is central, balanced by dried fruit, sweetness, oak and maritime notes.

Where is it made? It is produced at Lagavulin Distillery on the island of Islay in Scotland.

Should water be added? A small amount can soften the smoke and reveal additional fruit, malt and sweetness.

What foods pair well with it? Smoked seafood, oysters, grilled meat, blue cheese and dark chocolate are strong matches.

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Browse more Lagavulin whisky or explore the wider Scotch whisky selection at Quality Liquor Store.

Sources of Information

• Malts — Lagavulin 16 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky
• Malts — Lagavulin Distillery and Core Range
• Whisky Magazine — Lagavulin 16 Years Old

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