I haven't watched GoT, but I've seen bits and pieces of the show. From what I do know, House Targaryen would've been the most logical selection to pair with Lag with their connection to dragons. That aside, I was skeptical of these releases. I figured that they'd be simple and inoffensive, ideal for the whisky novices that would inevitably buy these releases in droves. That being said, age-stated Lagavulin is age-stated Lagavulin. Loved the 8 so I can actually justify having expectations for this 9-year. Nose: Classic Lag campfire-peat smoke. Sea salt and seaweed give this some maritime quality. There's also quite a bit of cirtus: grapefruit and lemon. Smoked brisket and spicy cinnamon (from the respectable 46% ABV). Also heavy chili note. A nice touch of oak in the background. Classic Lag. Great start. Palate: Oily and smoky. It's that same campfire smoke, smoked brisket, and spicy chili. The sea salt is still present, but it becomes less prominent as the cinnamon and black pepper spices step to the forefront. Lemon and grapefruit citrus notes are ever-present. There are some unexpectedly light notes of green apple, vanilla, custard, toffee, and maybe a slight honey and milk chocolate. Oak presence is still strong. Finish: Long, smoky, and spicy. Big cinnamon, black pepper, and oak notes. Some drying sea salt on the way out. I can't speak on any of the other releases (I'd expect good things from the Talisker as well). But I'll say this: this is not just some gimmick. I'm sure that most of this lineup was little more than a cash grab, but Lagavulin did not take this assignment lightly. It may well be my least favorite Lagavulin, but that really isn't much of an insult. The 8, 12, 16, and DE all scored at least a 4.5 if I remember correctly. Lagavulin has always done me well, and nothing changes with this one. $80 is a bit steep for what this is, but I understand that this release is tied to the greatest cultural phenomenon of the decade. If you're a Lag fan or a peat-head, this is worth your time if you can spare the money. It's the most subtle of any Lag expression I've tried, but still holds its own as a worthy dram. Re-tasted a few days later and decided that the 4.5 is more appropriate. Still may rank it last on Lag list, but once again, it doesn't mean much when I rate everything from them through the roof.