Lagavulin 15 Year Old - 1980s Bottling (White Horse Distillers)
Lagavulin
Tasting Notes
Imagine a smoky campfire on a remote Scottish island, where the scent of peat and the salty sea air intertwine. That's the aroma that greets you with this 1980s bottling of Lagavulin 15 Year Old. The nose is intense, with a punch of smoked peat that's balanced by the sweetness of toffee and hints of dried fruit. On the palate, it's a symphony of flavors – the influence of oak mingles with the warmth of aniseed, the earthiness of ropes, and the tartness of citrus marmalade, all underpinned by a delicate coastal note and the richness of smoked meats. The finish is extraordinarily long and full-bodied, with lingering notes of wood oil, mixed fruits, peat, and smoke. This rare ceramic decanter edition is a true collector's gem, earning an impressive 94 points from the esteemed Serge Valentin of WhiskyFun.com.