Lagavulin 08-year-old

Lagavulin

WB 84.4 1286 оценок 48.0 %vol 8 лет 700

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Lagavulin 8-year-old описывают как дымный, солёно-морской и цитрусовый виски с ванилью и специями, но мнения расходятся: одни хвалят баланс и насыщенность, другие считают его молодым, простым и резким с коротким финишем.

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В отзывах этот виски чаще всего описывают через дымный, торфяной, солёно-морской и йодистый профиль с цитрусовыми нотами, ванилью и специями; иногда упоминаются лекарственные, землистые и перечные оттенки, а также грушево-лимонная фруктовость и сладость от бочки. Часть отзывов отмечает молодость и «дистиллятный», простой характер. Положительные мнения хвалят баланс дыма с фруктами и сладостью, насыщенность и длинный или средний финиш; при этом несколько отзывов указывают, что виски лучше раскрывается с несколькими каплями воды, тогда как большее количество воды разбавляет вкус, а есть и мнение, что вода только ослабляет напиток. Отрицательные и противоречивые отзывы указывают на тонкость, малую сложность, резкость алкоголя, дисбаланс и короткий финиш; его называют слишком молодым, «без изюминки», одномернее и грубее 16-летнего, а также менее перечным, чем Talisker 10, и менее дымным, чем Caol Ila 12. Есть резко отрицательное мнение, что Laphroaig делает подобное вкуснее, и необычное сравнение с Glenkinchie — землистый характер с цитрусом и тушёными овощами. При этом часть отзывов считает его приятным и даже предпочитает 16-летнему за свежесть и характер, а другие отмечают вариативность партий и то, что он уступает 16-летнему и лимитированной версии.

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MichSan Expert Junior 86 17 feb 2023 10:41 pm

нос 86 · вкус 87 · финиш 86

blisss84 Expert Senior 86 26 nov 2024 2:16 pm

N: iodine, sea air, toffee, croissants, Christmas spices, sourdough starter. P: bittersweet, minerals, iodine, a pinch of spices, bison grass, honey, grilled fruits, heather. F: dry, peat, iodine, ashes, honey, seaweed, a hint of fruits, rocks. Seems older than it is. Rich & vibrant

Alp_Ozalp Expert Senior 84 06 dec 2024 12:42 pm

Airpaper Member Junior 78 26 jan 2025 9:18 pm

Certainly not a bad whisky, but also definitely not my favorite at this price point. Tastes rather thin compared to some other Islay whiskies in this price segment and even barely opens up with the addition of water. A few drops of certainly help, but any more than that just dilutes the flavor. Made that mistake on the first dram I had of this. It also gets a few points deduction for the price.

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	74	Smokey, phenolic, alcohol, medicinal. Some slight citrousy notes, but not too much going on besides that. Rather sharp but gets better with a bit of water.
Вкус	83	Juicy oak paired with smoke, tastes young but not immature. Not very complex but still quite pleasant actually.
Финиш	78	Short, with some more oak and hints of vanilla

kawhi Connoisseur 84 21 mar 2026 7:03 pm

First impressions of the opening. L2212CM008

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	82	Citrus-infused peat. The scent is not strong.
Вкус	85	Overall, it is smooth and vanilla. The spices are blended in just the right amount. There is a faint sherry hint, but it is not distinct as there is also a Virgin Oak feel.
Финиш	84	It has a moderate amount of spice, and Pete comes in quite strongly in the latter half.

WhiskyNotes Expert Senior 84 21 mar 2018 9:42 pm

https://www.whiskynotes.be/2018/lagavulin/lagavulin-8-years-2017/ Nose: there’s a bit more youth in this version. Whereas the bicentenary version is fairly balanced, this one is slightly rougher, with more hints of peanut butter, popcorn and the scented (new-makeish) notes of candyfloss. Slightly more alcoholic punch as well. Smoked meat. Lemon and pickle brine. Tarry ropes, but less earthy and less balanced than it predecessor. Mouth: more of a young, mezcal-y character again, it seems its profile has shifted a little towards the 12. White pepper, big peat – and quite some heat. Sweet vanilla toffee and smoky oak in a second wave. Even more distillate-driven? Sooty, ashy, coastal. Smoked kippers. Still a bit of this nutty side. Finish: long, warmer now, on roasted nuts, hints of chocolate, warm ashes and black pepper. Although the ABV is identical, this one seems more in-your-face than the limited edition, as well as coming across younger. There’s a small chance that it comes down to bottle airing (the limited edition has been open since 2016) but in any case the limited edition was clearly the better one for me.

EnjoyLife89 Expert Senior 65 05 mar 2019 9:46 pm

Dris Connoisseur 86 03 aug 2019 4:22 pm

нос 87 · вкус 86 · финиш 86

HammerHead Connoisseur 84 26 jan 2020 8:15 pm

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	85	Peat smoke, salty, medicinal, kippers, vanilla, light fruits, citrussy
Вкус	84	Full bodied, fat and earthy smoke, vanilla, light fruitiness, wood spices, black pepper
Финиш	83	Very long: mild sweetness, liquorice, peppers, ashy

FuturePerfect Expert Junior 86 24 mar 2021 10:35 pm

A prime example of the fact that smoky whiskies in particular can work excellently even with a younger, single-digit age and higher alcohol strength. It hardly has to hide behind the standard bottling that is twice as old, I find this 8er almost as good. It's nice that it has been included in the standard range.

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Нос	88	Strong smoke, fresher and "wetter" than the 16, reminiscent of Talisker with its salty and maritime notes. Tobacco, hay and tangy, sour lemon. Very light.
Вкус	85	Nice strong start, milk chocolate with hazelnut, but pleasantly dry.
Финиш	84	Medium length and fresh.

MLE Connoisseur 86 25 may 2021 3:02 am

нос 86 · вкус 86 · финиш 85

VanOpek Expert Senior 84 23 may 2023 8:21 pm

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Нос	84	smoky-sweet, caramel, vanilla, bourbon cask, burnt charcoal and bonfire, soft and creamy-fruity in background, full of flavour and intense
Вкус	83	smoky and spicy, caramel with bonfire notes, dry oak and chalk, burnt charcoal, in background some fresh fruits, oily, heavt and bold... very young..
Финиш	84	a lot of oak and bonfire smoke, burnt charcoal, soot, some BBQ hints, spicy-sweet, long and smooth

oskalbjan Member Junior 85 14 aug 2023 12:09 pm

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Нос	84	Salted caramel, smoked ham, overripe pear, lychee
Вкус	86	Salted caramel, vanilla, fruits, a rising smoke that becomes more intense over time
Финиш	85

Joe Karacho Expert Junior 86 03 sep 2023 1:06 pm

The honest color and age already reveal what is to be expected, namely a lot of distillate and little cask. But that doesn't do any harm, it's definitely suitable for me, a simple but good Islay entry-level that I will buy again.

WhiskyBjorn83 Expert Senior 75 28 sep 2024 9:54 pm

08-09-2024

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	74	smoke, vanilla, fruit
Вкус	75	peat, fruit, vanilla
Финиш	75	peat, fruit, vanilla, pepper

junyvyao Connoisseur 84 25 jan 2025 2:22 pm

Mugis Expert Senior 90 26 may 2025 9:36 pm

Louisvandermeer Expert Senior 85 17 oct 2025 12:03 pm

My last review of this whisky was about two years ago, so it's time for a new one. A different release, of course, but still very satisfied overall!

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	85	Soft smoky notes, seaweed, and salted caramel best describe the scent. Somewhat medicinal with a hint of citrus—definitely not bad.
Вкус	85	Very light, salty, and sweet. Think salted caramel, a fair amount of peat, and a mild peppery note.
Финиш	84	Medium length, sweetness and peat are also prevalent here. Think of a fresh campfire, licorice, and sea air.

weiqingtoh Expert Junior 84 18 nov 2025 11:01 am

A dram that showcases some level of peat, interestingly in different forms. Some flavour in the mouth and a short finish. Color: Pale yellow Nose: Toasted seaweed, hint of iodine. Damp forest. Mouth: Not much, but notes of honey, ginger, freshly smoked wood. Finish: Seawater, iodine peat with some dryness at the end.

diamond2000 Expert Senior 86 05 mar 2019 2:01 am

Aroma: Light smoke from the heads quenched by rain, seafood, sea notes, freshness, ozone, lemon, sweet fruits (apricots, peaches), mint, vanilla, some minerality, sawdust, very delicate. Taste: peat, bitterness mixed with sweet, grilled sweet apricots and peaches, iodine, orange and grapefruit flesh. Finish: peat is not very energetic, mineral, chalk, again echoes of citrus, oak tannin, warming, of medium length. Rating: 86 The bottom line: a well-made molt for eight years. Peat is well balanced with fruit and does not bulge. Degree is not felt at all! But from the excellent aroma everything goes on descending, taste and finish, though pleasant, but rustic

rolabob Connoisseur 86 26 jul 2021 11:01 pm

нос 86 · вкус 87 · финиш 85

JNuyts Connoisseur 85 25 apr 2022 10:40 pm

нос 84 · вкус 85 · финиш 85

Louisvandermeer Expert Senior 85 10 nov 2023 9:57 pm

Nice smoky whisky that is definitely worth the price!

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	78	Sweet smoky scent with a hint of caramel.
Вкус	86	The taste of salty caramel, with a hint of dried wood and a clear charcoal smoke fills your mouth.
Финиш	83	The finish is medium long with again clear wood and smoke flavors that emerge but very pleasant and quiet.

Wedox Connoisseur 86 05 mar 2024 12:09 pm

нос 86 · вкус 86 · финиш 87

Stanzeflasche Connoisseur 87 01 jun 2024 10:10 pm

A very earthy, marshy peat, clay and fatty herbs, softened by a nice layer of vanilla. It's well made, quite balanced, nice fullness with notes of iodine and sea spray, a pinch of icing sugar. In the mouth, there is body, it is limey, oily, with salt crystals and gelatin, just the right spices, cumin, nutmeg, some white fruits. Quite powerful finish, full of cloves, heather earth, smoked bark, dark chocolate, cola, pepper, balsamic vinegar, truffles. Sweet minerality. I really liked it. The nose is well made, powerful, salty just enough, and all the same pleasant. The palate is solid, and the finish is beautiful. https://ilikesky2020.blogspot.com/2024/06/lagavulin-8-yo.html

нос 87 · вкус 85 · финиш 88

rafetuu Newbie 63 25 nov 2024 7:06 pm

so plain islay, there is no complexity, it’s nose peat and lemon zest. palate is so young and wild. finish is just smoky. it is totally regret.

90ClubWhisky Connoisseur 86 06 jan 2025 3:53 pm

нос 85 · вкус 87 · финиш 87

Ana Chronist Expert Senior 83 30 may 2025 6:15 pm

AgentMunky Expert Senior 77 10 oct 2025 3:33 am

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Нос	80	7 // 8 A bit dry and rough, kinda rustic, and not at all entirely unpleasant. It contrasts unfavorably with the landmark 16, but on it's own, for what it is, it's nice. Some pleasant cream, fruit, and plenty of peat. // With water, lovely citrus (stewed lemon) and smoky pineapple. That's nice.
Вкус	80	8 // 7.5 Sort, sweet, vanilla upfront completely belying the nose, and then the ashy smoke comes in the middle through the end. Real nice. // More fruit, less character.
Финиш	70	6.5 // 7 Sweet smoke, but short and simple.

cekiconur Expert Junior 84 26 jul 2026 3:52 am

Overall, I really enjoyed this whisky; I’m not sure there’s even a need to critique a whisky with this age, price point, and ABV though I mention this as an observation rather than a criticism. The experience on the nose is magnificent, and the finish is equally satisfying. I did find it a touch aggressive on the palate, however; it doesn't quite deliver everything the nose promised. That’s not a major issue for me, though others might feel differently and I suspect this is exactly the kind of character Lagavulin intended to create. I believe it delivers everything you could reasonably expect under these conditions, and it’s a bottle I’d happily choose again at this price point. If it feels too harsh on your palate, just three drops of water will sort it right out. Cheers.

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	86	I opened the bottle and brought it close to my nose; the aromas that greeted me before pouring magnificent notes of coal dust, minerals, intense sea salt, and seaweed. I found myself lingering on the scents straight from the bottle for a while it was delightful. :) After pouring it into a Glencairn glass and letting it breathe for about 10 minutes, maritime notes and a tart quality began to emerge even as I brought my nose near the rim. There were scents of burnt black wood and a hint of rubber; bringing my nose closer, these aromas combined with the alcohol to create a sensation that clung to the back of the throat a bit of a burn, making the 48% ABV quite palpable. There was intense sea salt and iodine almost like brine alongside seaweed and plenty of tart lemon. In the background, a creamy vanilla note emerged after a while, making its presence felt, accompanied by a very faint malt sweetness and hints of apricot and perhaps a touch of citrus. When I revisited the nose after half an hour, I noticed the burnt black wood scent had shifted to the cold aroma of a wood fire turned to ash, along with a slight dampness reminiscent of the smell of a shoe worn during a workout and then cooled down.
Вкус	83	Now, taking a very small sip to prime the palate, I notice intense notes of charred, pitch-black wood and likely due to the 48% ABV a subtle menthol sensation. On the second sip, the body is quite robust and aggressive; it isn't oily, yet it doesn't feel watery either. Flavors of charred black wood, black pepper, and fresh ginger seem to rough up the tongue a bit. With the next sip, the intense black wood returns, but it is accompanied by a slight sweetness which I attribute to the malt and perhaps a hint of vanilla followed by citrus notes like orange and lemon zest. With each subsequent sip, flavors of burnt black wood, lemon, and citrus remain prominent, though I cannot really detect any maritime notes here.
Финиш	84	As I move to the finish, notes of charred black wood and a hint of ginger emerge again as the whisky slides down my throat; I also feel a slight black pepper tingle on my tongue. After these linger for a while, the spices fade, yet the scent of black wood remains transforming into charcoal dust and is joined by flavors reminiscent of wet stone, damp earth, and freshly uprooted plant roots. I don't think it ends there, though; as I continue to exhale through my nose near the very end, I also pick up notes of sea salt, iodine, minerals, and a touch of mild, sweetish lemon. I would say it has a deep and long-lasting finish.

Lebenswassertester Expert Senior 84 16 dec 2018 10:07 am

King_of_Grill Member Senior 76 24 jan 2019 9:31 pm

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Нос	72	Light smoke, some medicine in the background, alcohol well integrated, citrus fruits, all very discreet but not good
Вкус	81	Much better than the Nosing. Mild, light sweetness but also peppery, hardly any smoke
Финиш	75	Medium finish with lots of smoke

InbhirNis Expert Senior 88 08 jul 2020 11:19 pm

Milroy's virtual tasting with Colin Dunn, 8 July 2020. Notably sweeter than the 16, and thus preferable for me.

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	87	Rubbery, smokey Islay peat.
Вкус	89	Pleasantly sweet, with a balancing bitter edge. Avoids the dryness which has turned me off several better-regarded expressions.
Финиш	88	Spicy, with lots of cigarette smoke on the retro-olfaction.

Crushed_ldH Connoisseur 84 10 aug 2023 3:38 pm

нос 84 · вкус 86 · финиш 83

90ClubWhisky Connoisseur 86 17 oct 2023 7:02 pm

Exceptionally bright color. Almost transparent.

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	83	Peat. Sweet peat. Seaweed. Salted caramel. Peanuts.
Вкус	84	Salt. Salted caramel. Seaweed. Peanuts. Maritime. Spices. White pepper. Ginger. Slight oiliness.
Финиш	84	Seaweed. Peanuts. Salt. Salted caramel. Maritime. Medium-long finish.

Patrickkill Newbie 10 01 nov 2023 10:20 pm

Lots of peat flavour. Laphroaig does it much better and tastier.

Punkindrublic Member Senior 81 15 apr 2024 9:11 pm

Peaty but light. Not like the L16 (less peat, almost no cask, more fruit), but a good addition. The 48 abv was probably necessary. If it gets below this, it loses its punch. I added water after the first sip and it didn't really open it up. It just made it weaker.

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	81	Some peat, some fruit (lemon peels or limoncello).
Вкус	82	Fruit (lemon), peat, sharp but not peppery, oil. Behind that some vanilla.
Финиш	80	Short but good. peat, a medicinal note that quickly fades, some sour notes as well.

Joca2745 Expert Senior 85 08 nov 2024 9:57 pm

нос 85 · вкус 86 · финиш 84

KacperSo93 Expert Senior 83 02 sep 2025 6:22 pm

83.5/100 Smell: Strongly smoky, medical, alcoholic, citrus, lemon peel, iodine, melted asphalt, disinfectant, peat, damp earth, mud Taste: roasted citrus, albedo, iodine, campfire smoke, some ash, medicinals, peat, black pepper Finish: smoky, earthy, citrus, ash, campfire smoke, medicinals, peat

нос 83 · вкус 83 · финиш 82

Svjatogor Expert Senior 84 17 jan 2021 5:23 pm

n: aggresive pleasant smoke, peat, citrus, pepper, pears t: peat and sweet a: peat, oak, spisy, nuts, vanilla

Whisky Hamster Expert Senior 86 21 mar 2021 6:12 pm

I like this one just as much as the 16 for its exiting personality. Less refined but bold, fresh, citrussy, smoky goodness. 8 years works well, but I admit that I like the 200th Anniversary Edition of the 8 a bit better, it seems a notch more mature, I guess comes down to the selection of casks that were fresher, more active. When Laga made it a standard bottling they slightly lowered the quality imho.

MaroFF Connoisseur 85 01 oct 2021 7:08 pm

A very enjoyable and quite nice drinkable Single Malt from Islay. I like it ... Sweetness, smoke, salty breeze and fruit all in one, they do a good job, which translates into the quality of the drink. It may feel a bit of this "youth" and slightly shorter maturation, which is emphasized in the finish by a slightly spicy burr, but whisky is nice and fun as a proposition of a small sip for every day.

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Нос	84	sea, quite pleasant, seaweed, slightly rubbery, in the background citrus, smoke
Вкус	85	very sweet, vanilla, peat, chocolate smoke, grapefruit, red orange, slightly spicy, earthy
Финиш	85	medium, sweet, smoky, chocolate with ash from the fire, nice warming tip, grated lemon peel

whiskypag Expert Senior 86 04 sep 2022 8:51 am

нос 85 · вкус 90 · финиш 83

Oz00 Expert Junior 83 20 oct 2022 11:22 am

Salt, Peat, Sweet and Spicy aromas. Easy to drink due to balanced but powerless aromas. Fresh and sweet nose. Development is impressive at the beginning of taste but, finish has extra soury notes then the taste and is relatively short. It's not my type but highly recommended for entering the peated whisky.

yunlantt Member Senior 86 01 jun 2023 10:43 am

нос 86 · вкус 86 · финиш 87

StefanKatonaXXL Expert Senior 90 24 dec 2023 10:42 pm

So this whisky always makes me very happy! Both the aroma and the taste are typical Lagavulin, although you can feel the youth. I simply adore the mixture of a good dose of smoke, sweetness and sea saltiness. The 48% speaks volumes for it, for that price it's a really good whisky from the island of Islay.

coldbear Expert Senior 83 12 dec 2025 12:47 pm

нос 82 · вкус 84 · финиш 83

scotti1960 Expert Junior 90 22 feb 2026 3:14 pm

Aroma: Rauch, Salz, Zitrusfrüchte, leichte Süße Geschmack: Ölig, maritim, butterkeks, Birne, Lagerfeuer, Süße Schokolade Abgang: Rauchig, erdig-würzig, Milchschokolade,lang anhaltendKommentar: Dieser 8jährige überrascht mit viel maritimen Elementen und gut eingebundenen Rauch.Er muss sich nicht gegenüber dem 16j verstecken.Bei dem PLV ein Geheimtipp

sascuas Expert Senior 84 24 apr 2026 6:33 pm

нос 85 · вкус 84 · финиш 84

IthiLkr Expert Senior 82 10 jun 2026 4:05 am

Unlike the previous 16 years, the pit has become very strong. Although the balance is off, the stimulating fit has a unique advantage.

нос 82 · вкус 82 · финиш 81

ralfy09 Expert Senior 85 18 aug 2026 10:35 pm

The Lagavulin 8 is still relatively young and boisterous. Not as smooth and gently balanced as the Lagavulin 16. But that's precisely its strength. With its 48% ABV, it packs enough power to compensate for its lack of maturity. Its strengths lie in the citrus notes and the maritime aromas, which lend it a pleasant freshness. It's still young, with character. Sometimes I even prefer it to its 16-year-old sibling.

Alexandros_Petrini Newbie 86 04 sep 2026 1:20 am

Smoked

WhiskyLovingPianist Connoisseur 82 11 apr 2019 1:18 pm

https://whiskylovingpianist.wordpress.com/2019/04/10/feis-ile-2018-lagavulin/ N: A soft almost soapy resinousness [texturally speaking], with light summer fruits and light smoke. T: Light and very simple compared to last night’s Caol Ila [blog]. F: Light barley smoke. C: Not greatly fussed but I know many rave about it. Batches vary!

sarthur71 Connoisseur 85 24 aug 2022 8:27 pm

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Нос	86	not bad, not bad... it is not a 16 y.o. release, it is more simple, but really delicious.
Вкус	85	a quickie - biting, burning, cutting
Финиш	84	too short, too nondescript - too young

_Dziki_ Connoisseur 80 30 dec 2022 7:34 pm

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Нос	80	Very noticeable smoke, sea water.
Вкус	81	Earthiness, ash, marineness, salt, seaweed.
Финиш	79	Too peppery

Raistlinmejere Expert Senior 87 27 feb 2023 4:20 pm

A friend randomly picked a bottle and poured it for me, saying this wine was pretty good, so I tried it. It's a very sweet, medium-peaty wine. The initial peaty flavor is refreshing, followed by a burst of sweetness from the bourbon barrels. The finish and palate have a slight bitterness, but it's not overpowering and is acceptable. Considering the price of under 400 yuan (early 2023), it's definitely worth recommending. (The 2026 vintage is now under 300 yuan, still a great deal).

нос 88 · вкус 88 · финиш 86

Spoerkel Connoisseur 85 08 oct 2023 12:17 am

нос 86 · вкус 84 · финиш 85

Rockwell Expert Senior 85 02 nov 2023 1:22 pm

Moomin Expert Senior 86 16 mar 2024 12:14 pm

нос 85 · вкус 85 · финиш 87

ThorstenH Connoisseur 68 27 jul 2024 8:51 pm

A modern, clear Lagavulin. No frills. With all the positives and negatives. Something for casual drinking, nothing more. 61-70 – Okay, but not more than 1 dram

нос 74 · вкус 67 · финиш 64

SigorJabzong Member Senior 84 25 aug 2024 12:20 pm

A wine of my personal taste. The aroma is strongly lemon and green apple with peat. For some, it may be an area of under-aging, but I like it very much. However, the palette is a bit too light. However, in the finish, the lemon that was not in the palette comes back and the peat lingers for a long time, which is nice.

MarcelWhiskyPanda Expert Senior 85 05 apr 2025 11:17 pm

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Нос	85	Islay! Straightforward Dry smoke Citrus (also gets stronger) Doesn't look very old but not young either
Вкус	85	Smoke becomes colder and dominates Citrus Here a little younger but not unpleasant Some vanilla but only slightly as the smoke dominates pepper A little alcoholic Otherwise not very complex but tasty
Финиш	84	Long Smoke dominates here too Citrus behind pepper Minimal chocolate

kroy Expert Junior 84 06 oct 2026 12:56 pm

It is worth to live for such whiskies! Still young, very strong, interestingly intense - classic from Islay!

Christian Wagner Expert Senior 82 15 feb 2019 6:42 pm

нос 82 · вкус 82 · финиш 83

Foudos Connoisseur 86 29 jun 2021 8:37 am

нос 87 · вкус 86 · финиш 86

gaboruso Connoisseur 84 08 mar 2023 8:45 pm

нос 84 · вкус 84 · финиш 83

Finn2206 Expert Senior 85 31 mar 2023 9:17 pm

Vas Connoisseur 85 09 jul 2023 11:00 am

TheWhiskySlaughter Expert Senior 84 27 apr 2025 9:03 pm

нос 85 · вкус 84 · финиш 84

Kim_1 Expert Junior 84 01 nov 2025 8:08 am

нос 85 · вкус 83 · финиш 85

Whisky.Hedonist.MY Connoisseur 84 04 aug 2019 3:01 pm

Pyromann Expert Senior 85 13 dec 2019 11:23 pm

Nice whisky - similar in style to the older 16-year-old sister, this one is a bit more distinctive, brazen and unshackled.

Jarne Member Senior 83 30 dec 2021 10:26 pm

Tasting notes: Nose: The smell of smoked meat, lemon and brine is the first one I notice right away, later being supplemented with maritime tones and a slight alcoholic punch. Palate: The slight alcoholic punch of the nose is translated in the first sip. This combined with the 'fat' earthy peat makes for an explosion of taste in your mouth. Later sips add vanilla, light fruitiness and (smoked) oak. Finish: Medium long with a warm feeling. Hints of chocolate. Overall Rating: 83 Final thoughts: As this was my first sip of Lagavulin in a long time, I was quite happy with the outcome. A solid whisky which that can stand on its own in the Lagavulin collection. Pairs perfectly with the Holger Danske Emerald Isle - Pipe tobacco. Bought it as a steal at Colruyt for €51.

JohnnyCaps85 Expert Senior 80 01 jan 2022 11:19 pm

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JJKATED Expert Senior 84 08 feb 2022 5:40 pm

нос 85 · вкус 84 · финиш 84

wbarchive_864627 Expert Senior 85 03 mar 2023 4:52 pm

85+

нос 86 · вкус 86 · финиш 84

PM_ROOT Expert Senior 84 09 apr 2025 6:25 pm

feolai Connoisseur 84 24 feb 2026 3:20 am

Aroma-83/100; Palate-84/100; Finish-84/100.

нос 83 · вкус 84 · финиш 84

malograna Expert Senior 85 31 may 2026 7:07 am

not that bad

wbarchive_81991 Member Senior — 27 apr 2020 10:26 am

Very good all-round. Why not more than 80 points? The alcohol bites somewhat, it penetrates the nose. Slightly agressive...

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	80
Вкус	80	All-round good whisky for any occasion.
Финиш	80	The alcohol rises up into the nose and bites somewhat.

Kraddell Expert Junior 72 30 sep 2021 2:11 am

Pours super-light , nearly water, just a hint of yellow . Scent is rough, intense and 'fat' smoke, thick earthy peat. Very raw. Taste is full, sweet and some alcohol right up front. intense on the palate, but surprisingly gentle in the back. not weak, just not agressive. Peat is up front, but not overpowering. A balanced whisky. Earthy peat, loads of minerality. Bready, almost. Very interesting !

Dionysus Connoisseur 86 16 dec 2021 8:34 pm

нос 87 · вкус 85 · финиш 85

bankimate Connoisseur 84 02 mar 2022 1:31 am

нос 84 · вкус 83 · финиш 84

Opeth83 Expert Senior 86 30 sep 2022 3:56 pm

Still a very nice young islay peater. Young and sweet.

bl0wb4ck Expert Senior 84 01 jan 2023 2:00 pm

Lagavulin DNA is absolutely there. The 48% looks good on him. It can't hold a candle to its big, 16-year-old brother, but it's a solid malt in its own right.

hzs275 Connoisseur 81 18 apr 2023 6:32 pm

нос 80 · вкус 82 · финиш 80

Will_iam Connoisseur 85 15 jun 2024 2:25 pm

нос 85 · вкус 85 · финиш 84

RamiW Expert Senior 85 21 jul 2024 2:05 am

I'll have to go back and forth between this one and the 16YO a couple more times, I'm not sure which I one I like best. This one is punchier but has a bit less depth in the taste and finish to me, but overall quite nice.

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	87	Citrus, bonfire, maritime, new wood, dry, grassy. Pleasantly balanced.
Вкус	84	Roasted oranges, Lapsang tea, grains, vanilla, white pepper.
Финиш	84	Medium long, smoke and citrus.

Peatyjohn Expert Senior 81 23 jan 2025 6:55 pm

Fresh , young and zesty with sweet citrusy filled by a cloud of smoke. Does not have the complexity of a wee beestie and for me the taste is a bit lost in the smoke. Pleasant to drink but there are better ones in the same class and value for bucks out there.

Tom na Gruagaich Connoisseur 86 28 feb 2025 9:17 am

I like it, straightforward, not much cask, pure Islay. Not unpleasantly young either and with the right alcohol strength. Unmistakably Lagavulin too. In terms of taste and age, it actually beats all of the young no-name Islay malts. It's also currently reasonably priced, as it's increasingly available for around 40 euros. For that, it's great. I wouldn't pay the original RRP.

dramadram Expert Senior 85 01 may 2026 8:04 pm

decent peaty whisky.

NKH Member Senior 82 07 jul 2026 7:09 am

нос 82 · вкус 84 · финиш 81

DennisV Expert Senior 87 19 aug 2020 7:46 pm

нос 84 · вкус 88 · финиш 88

Collegiate Expert Senior 85 12 oct 2020 1:12 am

I’ve always found the the 8 year to be a lighter, more accessible version of the 12 year old cask strength annual release. However, it is still a very punchy dram. The peat attack is razor sharp, crystalline - don’t expect any funkiness or barnyard notes. Really oily and acidic. A surprisingly long finish for something bottled at 48%. Not really all that complex, but a good way of getting a sense of a clear cut Lagavulin without spending a ridiculous amount on the 12yo.

rjmfranssen Expert Junior 85 04 jun 2022 8:13 pm

CabezaMalteada Expert Senior 79 23 nov 2024 2:36 am

Little brother to the Laga 16yo, but more similar to a Caol Ila 12yo except for the smoky notes. Very fruity, very ex-bourbon. Interesting in that it allows a different approach to the spirit's character, but in my opinion, it doesn't quite reach the minimum required to be a solid core range. It's also true that the 16yo's shadow is very long... Predominant notes: green apple, charcoal. Complexity: low-medium. Surprising at first, boring later. 75 - 79 | Average

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	80	Very fruity, so much so that it's more reminiscent of a Caol Ila than a Laga. Green apple, banana split. A bit sharp.
Вкус	79	White pepper attack. Not too full-bodied. Orchard fruits, green apple.
Финиш	78	Short passage. Charcoal. Lingering aftertaste, but also somewhat burning.

JustAngelos Expert Senior 83 18 aug 2025 10:45 pm

Absolutely average young Islay, nothing special to say about it. Better to buy Smokehead with any finish or just Laga 16, which may only be 43% but has more character.

John_Doe_3 Member Senior 81 03 may 2026 10:21 am

It turned out to be very balanced, not as peppery as Talisker 10 and not as smoky as Koal Ayla 12. I really liked it, despite it being 8 years old.

MichalESTD1986 Connoisseur 85 14 jun 2026 9:08 pm

нос 85 · вкус 85 · финиш 84

karloff Connoisseur 91 01 sep 2018 10:53 pm

This is almost a teardrop sample from Glenkinchie distillery. Real earthy stuff with citrus fruits notes mixed with some stewed vegetables. Quality as usual from Lag.

нос 90 · вкус 92 · финиш 90

Max70 Connoisseur 85 16 mar 2020 9:02 am

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	84	Peat, sea and medicinal. Some citrus.
Вкус	86	A big peat explosion, with a suprisingly sweet cake cream body.
Финиш	85	Long and warm

hafssol Expert Junior 84 09 mar 2021 6:57 pm

For a younger Lagavulin, the classic 16 y.o. is an obvious comparison, but in this case it can be also a quite deceptive one. Of course at first it reveals its young age, with some edges and a slightly raw, drying palate. Despite not being rounded as its older brother, it displays a nice complexity, with clear yellow fruits notes (pear, lemon) and an overall bittersweet feeling. The smoke is not overwhelming, but balanced with a bourbon vanilla flavour, ending up in pleasant coastal sensation, rather than in earthy peat. Overall easily drinkable and surely worth a try. Lagavulin can never be disappointing.

riegerjonas Expert Senior 84 11 apr 2021 12:05 pm

2020-09-11: more one-dimensional and rougher than the 16

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	84	maritime, smoky, citrus note, slightly like light fruits
Вкус	83	sharp, smoky, angular
Финиш	84	malzig rauchig

PanAroma0815 Expert Senior 86 30 dec 2022 10:51 pm

нос 86 · вкус 87 · финиш 85

Dyno Expert Senior 87 26 jan 2023 10:42 pm

If you can get this one on sale it is a fantastic prospect, 12yo's little brother.

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