Lagavulin 9 Year (Game of Thrones-House Lannister)

Lagavulin with fruity notes

This is a decent release. Even the worst Lagavulin is still pretty good, and I’m sure this is far from the worst Lagavulin has to offer. As a 9 year scotch, it has a little less of a robust flavor than the 16 year variety. That said, the excellent Lagavulin flavor is still present. It’s very smoky on the nose, and that carries to the palate. The shorter aging period makes for a smooth finish, comparatively quick to many other Islay malts.

Tremendous balance of peat smoke over soft herbal notes. Nice oil coat on the tongue followed by a warm white pepper finish. The finish doesn’t linger as much as it slowly fades from memory. Leaving you lovingly reaching back for another dram. *Given the rising price of Lagavulin 16 (thanks Ron Swanson) this is my preferred & available Islay for the money.