Lagavulin 16 was my first whisky love. I can still remember the first time I tried it and experienced the smoke, brine, iodine and peat. The finish was warm and flavorful. It is my 'spirit' whisky as it made me a Scotch and Islay fan for life. However, as both my tastes and experiences have greatly expanded, the truth is that this is that classic first love. It changed my perspective, made me a better scotch consumer but ultimately it was just the gateway to a bigger, richer world. It will always have a special place in my heart, and I still enjoy having a dram.