Thursday, April 2, 2009

Lagavulin 16

The Scotch Chix have heard this whisky referred to as "smoke in a bottle." While this whisky is definitely more smoke than peat, and smoke is a big part of its finish, its beauty is in its sweet palate. This is a delectable Islay whisky.


Single Malt Whisky: Lagavulin 16


Region: Islay


Color

Reddish

Nose

Smoke, Intense Sweetness, No Iodine

Body

Smooth, Full

Palate

Deep but not Overwhelming Sweetness

Finish

Long and Smoky

CommentPerfect for a winter's evening. Perfect introduction to smoke for non-peat whisky drinkers.

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