Scotch (Single Malt)

Lagavulin 8yr

Lagavulin · Islay, Scotland

Review and tasting notes

A younger, slightly brighter take on the distillery's signature peated style.

Key facts

• Category: Scotch (Single Malt)
• Distillery: Lagavulin
• Region: Islay, Scotland
• ABV / Proof: 48% · 96 proof
• Age: 8 years
• Typical price: $60-75

Tasting profile

• Nose: Pungent peat smoke, salted caramel, honeysuckle, fresh hay, ocean-flecked peat
• Palate: Soft, medium body, sweet and gentle initially with a wave of peat heat
• Finish: Perfume-like high note, youthful and bracing peat
• Best for: A younger, slightly brighter take on the distillery's signature peated style