Lagavulin, 16 yr Islay. One of the oldest distilleries in Scottland, history of competition with Laphroaig for the distinction of the "best" Islay scotch.
The nose is very interesting. Slightly peaty, with smoke, salt and honey present.
First taste is smokey and slightly peaty. (Not offensively peaty) The finish is long, dry and very smokey with a hint of wood at the very end. The finish is surprisingly long and pleasant.
My favorite Scotch is Old Pulteney and this is a very close second. This is my first time with a "peaty" single malt and I found it to be an interestingly different experience. The peat isn't over powering and gives this scotch a very interesting and enjoyable flavor.
At a cost of around $74 retail in my area I find it a bit pricey as compared to Old Pulteney, but I picked up a bottle this afternoon and will savor it as an alternative to the few scotch selections I currently own.
My modest cabinet includes:
Glenlivet 12
Glenmorangie 12 Sherry Wood
Old Pulteney 12
Lagavulin 16
Knob Creek (Bourbon of course)
The nose is very interesting. Slightly peaty, with smoke, salt and honey present.
First taste is smokey and slightly peaty. (Not offensively peaty) The finish is long, dry and very smokey with a hint of wood at the very end. The finish is surprisingly long and pleasant.
My favorite Scotch is Old Pulteney and this is a very close second. This is my first time with a "peaty" single malt and I found it to be an interestingly different experience. The peat isn't over powering and gives this scotch a very interesting and enjoyable flavor.
At a cost of around $74 retail in my area I find it a bit pricey as compared to Old Pulteney, but I picked up a bottle this afternoon and will savor it as an alternative to the few scotch selections I currently own.
My modest cabinet includes:
Glenlivet 12
Glenmorangie 12 Sherry Wood
Old Pulteney 12
Lagavulin 16
Knob Creek (Bourbon of course)
