Lagavulin 16 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 6 by Michael Jackson and Jim Murray.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Lapsang Souchong and fruity sherry. Palate The dryness is at first offset by the sweetness of the sherry character. As the palate develops, oily, grassy, and, in particular, salty notes emerge in a long, sustained, aggressive, attack. Finish A huge, powerful, bear-hug of peat. Comment The driest of Islay malts, and an established classic.

Jim Murray Nose Massive peat. Ultra-intense iodine carries a shade more spice than of old. The fruity-sherry notes are clean, vanilla is much deeper. Beautifully layered. Palate Peat so thick you could stand a spoon in it. Chewy iodine bolstered by sherry and big oak. Finish A little spice lightens the grip of the peat and vanilla. Dries off with malt, dried dates...and iodine. Comment A true classic in every sense that offers breathtaking depth.