The Unsung Hero of Heavy Whisky: A Defence of the Humble Worm Tub
November 11, 2025
What gives some whiskies their signature chewy, chunky, and oily texture? The answer lies in a Victorian horror movie contraption: the worm tub.
The Lagg Distillery is a peated whisky distillery opened by the Isle of Arran Distillers in 2019. Lagg Corriecravie is the distillery’s second core range release, initially matured in bourbon barrels followed by a 6-month finishing period in ex-Oloroso sherry hogsheads. Bottled at 55% ABV.
Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.
Mark Bostock, an integral part of the Mark Littler LTD UK content writing team since 2019, brings a genuine passion for whisky, especially independent bottlings, to his work. His commitment to expanding his knowledge through attending tasting events and building his own collection enriches his contributions, blending expertise with enthusiasm.
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