Explore Islay Whisky

Famed for its bold, peaty whiskies, Islay is a whisky lover’s paradise. Though it’s not all smoky whisky. Islay is more defined by its remarkable blend of culture, community, and craft, one celebrated annually in its famous festival of music and malts.

One of the most iconic names from this rugged island is Lagavulin, a distillery that has perfected the art of slow maturation to create some of the richest, smokiest whiskies in the world. Buy Lagavulin whisky now and you could win a trip to Islay to see the legendary distillery where it's made.

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Lagavulin 8 Year Old Whisky - 1 entry per bottle
Lagavulin 16 Year Old Whisky - 1 entry per bottle
Lagavulin 10 Year Old - 2 entries per bottle
Lagavulin Distillers Edition - 2022 Collection Whisky - 2 entries per bottle

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2024) - 2 entries per bottle
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2010) - 3 entries per bottle
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2002) - 5 entries per bottle
Lagavulin 21 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2019 - 10 entries per bottle
Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky - 10 entries per bottle

Lagavulin – The King of Islay Peat

Lagavulin 16 Year Old

Founded in 1816, Lagavulin is renowned for its slow distillation process and long cask ageing, which result in a signature smoky, complex, and intensely rich style.

With its unmistakable deep peat character, Lagavulin is a whisky for those who appreciate power and finesse in every sip.

Lagavulin 16 is a true Islay classic, this whisky is bold, smoky, and deeply complex, with rich layers of peat smoke, iodine, dried fruit, and maritime salinity.

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Tasting notes

Nose

One of the smokiest noses from Islay. It's big, very, very concentrated, and redolent of iodine, sweet spices, good, mature Sherry and creamy vanilla. Stunning.

Palate

Very thick and rich. A massive mouthful of malt and Sherry with good fruity sweetness, but also a wonderful sweetness. Big, powerful peat and oak.

Finish

Long, spicy finish, figs, dates, peat smoke, vanilla.

Lagavulin 8 Year Old

A younger, vibrant Lagavulin expression with a sharper smoke profile, citrus brightness, and a peppery kick, showcasing Islay’s raw energy. This was a whisky created by popular demand, you'll understand why when you taste it.

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Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2024)

A rare cask-strength edition from Diageo's Special Releases series, this 12 Year Old single malt was aged in first-fill bourbon oak casks and refill casks to showcase the spirit's distillery character. It delivers an intense explosion of smoke, spice, and briny depth, with a long, warming finish.

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Lagavulin Distillers Edition - 2022 Collection

The 2022 Lagavulin Distillers Edition, which has been double matured in Pedro Ximénez seasoned American oak casks, adding dark chocolate, dried fruit, and nutty sweetness to its signature smoky core.

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