Lagavulin Whisky
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Lagavulin is one of Islay's great distilleries, celebrated for a whisky style that is deep, smoky and unmistakably characterful. Produced on the island's south coast, it is recognized for combining powerful peat smoke with richness, maritime salinity, dark sweetness and a slow-building complexity that gives the whisky both weight and poise.
The 16 Year Old remains the defining expression of the house and a benchmark for peated Scotch, bringing together smoke, dried fruit, iodine, oak and spice in a whisky of remarkable balance. It is a style that feels unmistakably Islay, yet more layered and thoughtful than simply forceful.
Alongside the flagship bottling, Lagavulin has developed a strong following through releases such as the Distillers Edition and limited annual expressions, which often showcase a more concentrated or cask-driven side of the distillery. Throughout the range, the appeal is consistent: richly textured Islay malt with depth, authority and a long, resonant finish.
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Lagavulin Whisky price guide
Right now, Lagavulin Whisky prices run from $61 all the way up to $5,519, with most listings in $200-$400. At the top end, Lagavulin Whisky pricing is shaped by collector demand — standout bottles can fetch multiples of standard retail. We're currently tracking 196 active Lagavulin Whisky listings across US retailers. The breakdown puts 28% of listings in $200-$400; entry-level (under $100) accounts for 4%, while premium ($3,000+) makes up 10%.
As a Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Lagavulin Whisky pricing comes down to age statement, cask selection, release scarcity, and current retailer stock. For everyday comparisons on Lagavulin Whisky, core expressions like Lagavulin 16 Year Old and Lagavulin Distillers Edition make solid benchmarks when shopping across stores. A smart approach: benchmark core bottles in $200-$400 first, then check premium listings in $3,000+ where the spread gets bigger. Shopping around pays off for Lagavulin Whisky — factor in shipping costs and store promotions to find the true best price. Listings and pricing update daily as inventory changes across stores.
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Community flavor profile
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Defining characteristics
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Most common tasting notes
Based on 185 archived community reviews, Lagavulin is most commonly linked to smoke, peat and rich notes, with iodine, seaweed and brine standing out above the category average.
Price History
Across a consistent sample of Lagavulin Whisky core-range bottlings, median prices have gone up 36% since 2013, from $71 to $97.
The range available has grown significantly, with premium bottles (over $667) now making up 18% of stock, up from 0%.
The core range tracked here includes Lagavulin 8 Year Old, Lagavulin 16 Year Old, currently priced from $74 to $97. Some bottles have appreciated dramatically — older and limited releases have seen increases of 582% or more over the period. Lagavulin Whisky remains broadly available across specialist international retailers.
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Community tasting notes put Lagavulin Whisky at 26% smoky and peaty character, with maritime as a secondary thread at 11%. The brands below scored closest on that same dominant flavor family — worth a look if you like what Lagavulin Whisky brings to the glass.