A Lagavulin 16 Year Old single malt scotch whisky. This particular release is a White Horse bottling from the late 1980s, presented at 43% ABV. Being an old release, it is now harder to find but, when you come across it, a 700/750ml bottle will retail for hundres of dollars, with the 1L bottles pushing $1,000. Sampled via a Cheaper By The Dram 30ml miniature, an affordable way to try a vintage whisky.
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.
Ed Leigh is a recognized authority on independent bottlers and artisan Scotch whisky. In 2019, he founded TopWhiskies.com, a specialist retailer dedicated to promoting these often family-run businesses and showcasing their small-batch releases. Based in London, Ed holds certifications in both wine and spirits from The Wine & Spirit Education Trust.
Why is Taiwan’s most decorated distillery making a bold UK comeback? Kavalan partners with Marussia Beverages to relaunch its award-winning single malts.
What happens when the angels take more than their fair share from Old Forester’s rye barrels? A bold, concentrated 110-proof whiskey unlike any other.
What happens when Speyside single malt meets French apple brandy casks? Glen Moray’s Forbidden Fruit dares you to find out with its tempting Calvados finish.
