Whisky Review/Tasting: Lagavulin 16 years

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Whisky Review/Tasting: Lagavulin 16 years

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10 жыл бұрын

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Whisky.com reviews the Lagavulin 16 years. This whisky the one of the most famous Scotch Whiskys. It comes from the Isle of Islay and is heavily peated.
Nose:
Very intense peat smoke, sea, iodine, heavy sweetness, very complex
Taste:
Soft but deep sweetness, a remembrance saltiness, a little oak and dry peat smoke
Finish:
The sea fades slowly away
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@mh71z28 4 жыл бұрын

Horst is so excited to review Lagavulin 16, he forgot to say "I'm Luening, Horst Luening"

@glennhooper8867 4 жыл бұрын

Considering how good it is, can you really blame him?

@richmahogany1710 7 жыл бұрын

I love this guy's passion.

@urbanachiever54 8 жыл бұрын

I think Horst needs a little time alone with this bottle of Lagavulin. I don't blame him ;)

@siddeshbandekar1913 Жыл бұрын

😂 that's what he does when alone with it too

@Keatsian007 3 жыл бұрын

“The remembrance of salt”.. one of the truly great tasters of our time..

@jamesboueri8503 4 жыл бұрын

Half a bottle in after celebrating a victory at work. I've been searching for someone to compare tasting notes with and here is your video. You articulated the tastes and sensations from the bottle in such an effortless and poetic way that I sit here in awe of you. Congratulations my friend.

@Tech-ot4iy 4 жыл бұрын

james boueri whatever you did, congratulations brother.

@GlynnMatthews 8 жыл бұрын

i lost it when you said we are very scottish today and pulls out the small bottle! Love this guy haha!

@TajMahally 7 жыл бұрын

Glynn Matthews exactly lol.

@vikinghunter2177 4 жыл бұрын

Glynn Matthews I started laughing immediately! I believe he was making fun of my people! Love whiskey.com

@Justin.Hawkins 4 жыл бұрын

Does anybody drink with horst? I love to smell my drink while he smells it and try to smell what he describes, and sip as he does to taste what he describes. Good drink for sure

@angelcitygirl 3 жыл бұрын

I love this guy! He puts so much thought, attention and passion into these reviews.

@TheIainCollier 9 жыл бұрын

Excellent review Sir. As a Scot who loves Whisky, please let me complement you on your fantastic channel. Keep on Tasting......

@brentrayner65 9 жыл бұрын

Had my first glass of Lagavulin 16 years this evening, and I am stunned by the complexity of the flavours inside of this bottle. Thanks alot for the review Horst, it is always great to get an in-depth opinion before purchasing.

@djturbine7565 2 ай бұрын

A divine dram and also one of the most elegant label designs of any whiskey on the market.

@MetalOxy 4 жыл бұрын

His expression when he opens the bottle is all that needs to be said about this superb whisky. One of my favourites and and absolute must-have! Excellent review!

@valenzuelaeph 4 жыл бұрын

..."today we have a must for every whiskey connoiseur..." added to cart immediately.

@GarrySkipPerkins 4 жыл бұрын

I love the Lagavolin 16. It is a truly great Islay Scotch. It is one of my favorites. I tend towards the port/sherry finished whiskeys, but this one took my heart with its smoky, salty goodness. Great video

@RwingDsquad 3 жыл бұрын

i bought a bottle and I tried my first Lagavulin along with you in the video. Amazing. My favorite whiskey so far. Just beautiful. I’m so glad I bought it. Worth every penny. I’ll be honest. I bought laphroaig as my first islay scotch. I hated it. I didn’t know what I was getting myself into. I watched your laphroaig 10 video AFTER I bought it then I realized I fucked up. Lagavulin is similar but so much better. Perfection.

@Normaldude444 2 жыл бұрын

Does Lagavulin really taste like a campfire? Cause that’s the kind of taste I’m after like how a campfire smells apparently it tastes like it , and what was so bad about Laphroaig?

@dennisswain5746 8 жыл бұрын

Along with Glenlivet 18 yr. old, this is a must have single malt in my cabinet. It is absolutely exquisite! I enjoy many others, but these two are my favorites. I have been savoring single malts for more than 40 years. You videos are wonderful! Thank you, and keep up your very fine work.

@Ghostface944 2 жыл бұрын

I’m starting my first whiskey cabinet and ordered a bottle of lag 16! I have a bottle of glenlivet 18 already and a few different 12s

@Breezigo Жыл бұрын

Haha those two are my favs too!

@coachace123 9 жыл бұрын

Your response to the cork and descriptions of the smoke were spot on to my first impressions with this whiskey. I can't imagine experiencing the joys of heaven without this nor the sorrows of hell with this particular whiskey.

@walfredodellagherardesca1739 4 жыл бұрын

I need to conduct my whole existence the way that this guy drinks whisky 😂😂

@christinecamley Ай бұрын

My favourite Islay scotch! This was my gateway into peated scotch!! $200 with taxes now in Canada and worth every penny!! 🙂There is nothing as delicious as Lagavulin peated smoke!! It's a consistent beautiful love!! 🙂

@Whiskycom Ай бұрын

100%

@christinecamley Ай бұрын

@@Whiskycom Thanks so much Horst!! Be well!! 🙂

@rdb0202 Жыл бұрын

From the moment he pops the cork, it's a passionate rendition of a poem

@Otherwiseknown79 5 жыл бұрын

Between the clarity of the microphone and the description you give in your reviews..I can LITERALLY taste this! LMAO. Well done.

@sergejkeser7270 2 жыл бұрын

Best whiskey ever created, trully the nectar of the Gods. It just brings me joy drinking it, pure calmness, joy and happiness. Every sip is like stealing few seconds of time from God and keeping them just for me.

@jasonjasonson9154 4 жыл бұрын

This dude is getting me so hyped to drink that 😂😂

@shreknos 9 жыл бұрын

Horst, I truly enjoy your videos so much. When you smell the peat at the start of the video it made me smile - that was my reaction when I have this whisky also. I have to agree this is the quintessential Islay peat experience. What a whisky. Thanks again

@welcorp 6 жыл бұрын

I've just opened my first bottle of Lagavulin 16 for the first time and enjoyed my first dram with you, as well I do with all single malts. I, as well, am a fan of Islay malts. I was looking forward to my first taste of this and it was well worth the wait. Thank you for joining me on my new endeavors. I love Laphroaig, Ardbeg and now Lagavulin for their differing characteristics. Two thumbs up.

@antonymurithi922 6 жыл бұрын

"Smoke ,alot of smoke...on this tiny cork" the expression on his body got me weak AF.That is pure passion for your trade. Great channel.sips jet fuel.

@zibberebbiz 5 жыл бұрын

I am currently drinkijg my first dram! I finally got a bottle and sat down with this video as I started nosing the cork and worked my way towards the first taste 🖤 this is everything I ever hoped for and just the most spectacular thing I've ever tasted (on my modest budget!).. thank you so much Horst for conveying your passion to us and educating us!

@raymundocantu6635 3 жыл бұрын

His explanation is on the money 💴 , very smoky VERY smooth , at first there’s a bit of a burn on your pallet , but after you swallow it goes away , and the smoky flavor takes over very well , can’t wait to light a good cigar to compliment this great scotch Whiskey

@JosephWheeler14 4 жыл бұрын

If Hans Landa were a whisky taster 😂 so detailed and passionate. Even the giggle is the same.

@NickTrop 5 жыл бұрын

Whenever I watch one of Horst's reviews I want to (a) sip a dram of Scotch and (b) visit Scotland. Great videos.

@befuddled2010 5 жыл бұрын

Superb distinction of this whisky vs. Ardbeg and Laphroig. Great detailed and passionate review. If I didn't already have a bottle this review would drive me to go out and buy one. Love this channel!

@FransenGerda 4 жыл бұрын

Horst, wenn du etwas erklärst, dann ist das wirklich toll. Ich trinke und rieche mit dir und genieße es voll und ganz. Weiter so, Sie sind die Besten in diesem Beruf. Grüße aus Amsterdam

@swedishwhiskygirl 4 жыл бұрын

Lagavulin 16 is one of my all time favourite smoky whiskies ! 🔥

@maikarets2361 5 жыл бұрын

This excellent review prompted me to buy a bottle myself. It was my first Islay whisky but it was much more approachable than I'd thought it would be. Strong smokey aroma, but full bodied, not so much harsh, very deep and well rounded. I would describe the general sense I got from it as comforting, actually. Like a warm blanket after a nippy day at the beach. Some dried fruit in there near the end. I had two fingers of this stuff, put on some Miles Davis and read a Haruki Murakami book. Great 2 hrs, and best money I ever spent on whisky. Many thanks for the recommendation.

@globalmuffin2 5 жыл бұрын

i need to buy a gift and i see that lagavulin 16 has so good reviews, but i saw bad reviews from individual commentators who complain of the intense smokiness. i'm confused.

@normandbisson6767 5 жыл бұрын

Lagavulin is like a great Cognac at a fraction of the price ! To savor as a night cap with a good cigar ! The ultimate Whisky ,just fantastic !

@petetheweet 9 жыл бұрын

My bottle arrived today and I am very pleased! Your review sold it!

@paulkight6917 3 жыл бұрын

I too discovered this from watching "Parks & Recreation" and seeing scenes featuring Ron Swanson's (Nick Offerman) reverence for it. Horst, I enjoy your tasting videos immensely. Thanks for the good work (or I suppose I should say pleasure)!

@MrYahooFreeman 8 жыл бұрын

My favourite Islay Malt Whisky !

@alasdairgibb8652 3 жыл бұрын

My favourite whisky. Smoky peaty heaven in a glass 🥃

@dallycopper5715 3 жыл бұрын

This guy rocks - “The sea fades away, low tide”

@CaptJackAubreyOfTheRoyalNavy 3 жыл бұрын

This was too intense for me at first. But I gave it another try after already having a little buzz going from a sweet and fruity highland. Once you get past that initial smoke attack, the sweetness sets in and then finishes with a long oak spice. Very complex.

@user-mj1qo8vm1x 5 жыл бұрын

I/m enjoying a fine bottle of Lagavulin 16 rn while watching this. 😁👍🏼 It truly is the nectar of the God/s!

@cassidytheoret6253 8 жыл бұрын

My father in law recently got this for me for my birthday. New favorite whiskey, or perhaps a tie with Balvenie Doublewood 12. Excellent stuff. The smoke is really what makes it.

@mikeseifried9118 3 жыл бұрын

"Scotland is as far East as my wisdom goes." - Ron Swanson

@stevieg7403 6 жыл бұрын

I would love to see Christopher Walken do a tasting.

@adamrose6969 5 жыл бұрын

Stevie G oh easily

@arthurmiller9434 4 жыл бұрын

@Stevie G: What a great thought. It would certain be a masterpiece.

@alangray6961 4 жыл бұрын

Just came across your reviews Horst. They are great. I am from Scotland and love a whisky but often found Islay malts a bit difficult to get into. I always preferred sherried Speyside whisky's. Strange though that if I ever did like an Islay it was always Lagavulin 16yo. Despite being one of the big three peaty smoke monster along with Laphroaig and Ardbeg I alway found the smells and flavours of Lagavulin to be the most graceful and complimentary of the three.

@shotgunwound 8 жыл бұрын

you are an absolute joy to watch. Whisky is the greatest invention along with beer. Thank you sir.

@streetbob818 8 жыл бұрын

Ron Swanson led me here

@francisd2386 8 жыл бұрын

+streetbob818 I'm trying this for the first time and I must say Ron knows his stuff when it comes to whisky.

@justsomeguyx.1645 8 жыл бұрын

+Francis Ducharme Ron Swanson drinks Lagavulin because Nick Offerman drinks this beautiful malt. Mr. Offerman was introduced to this spirit by a friend and hasn't turned back since.

@peepantsfuntime 8 жыл бұрын

me too : )

@alexpiron2754 7 жыл бұрын

anyone have a good comparison to the laphroig triple wood?

@ahmxtb 6 жыл бұрын

So. Many. Of. Us.

@freddiejones4598 4 жыл бұрын

by far my favourite whiskey

@pinkwizard5816 8 жыл бұрын

This is my favorite.. Hands up

@tolga1cool 6 жыл бұрын

Pepe Simpson Isn't it hands down?

@vergecryptocurrency4552 5 жыл бұрын

@@tolga1cool yep lol

@theKATofficial2 4 жыл бұрын

@@tolga1cool maybe he's a cop who likes lagavulin

@tolga1cool 4 жыл бұрын

@@theKATofficial2 That would be hands behind your back 😝

@dicklaurent1 3 жыл бұрын

This whisky is pure poetry.

@pauldailey3941 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic passionate review of one of the true classics.

@rometimed1382 3 жыл бұрын

Family favourite for us as long as we have been drinking. Simply perfect and I always have a bottle around but drink on special occasions only.

@johnnie2638 5 жыл бұрын

Scotland's Ron Swanson. There is a real appreciation, even giddiness for this bottle! After enjoying all 7 seasons of Parks & Rec & now watching Horst's reaction I am sold....... I have to try this scotch. I'm thinking maybe a Christmas gift to myself.

@SicSeb 9 жыл бұрын

My mom gave me this bottle as a present yesterday. I already have the Laphroaig Quarter Cask which I really like and I love Lapsang Souchong tea so I can't wait to take a sip from this Lagavulin. Sie, mein Herr und Ralfy are my go-to gentlemen when it comes to Whisky connaisseurs.

@Whiskycom 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you and have fun with the Lagavulin 16

@lynnhixon4332 5 жыл бұрын

Wonderful sir...could not have expressed the craftsmanship of this particular scotch whisky any better! A gentleman’s review! Thank you sir!

@willemkilian9563 4 жыл бұрын

I am going to try this in a moment can't wait...

@cereal5524 6 жыл бұрын

I just recently started my whisky journey. I've tried some of the more generic brands, as well as Monkey Shoulder and Hibiki Harmony. I noticed I enjoy the slightly heavier smell and taste of Monkey Shoulder, so I decided to take the leap into smokier whisky. I bought a bottle of Lagavulin and I'll admit, that first sip really caught me off guard, but I have been spending some time with it and find myself really enjoying it. I'm glad I found your channel. I've watched a few of your videos and enjoy the manner in which you present the whiskies. I will definitely sit down and play your videos for upcoming whiskies I try for the first time.

@Normaldude444 2 жыл бұрын

Does it really taste like a campfire?

@veryhappy2681 Жыл бұрын

Yes it does

@paulg5548 6 жыл бұрын

Tried this for the first time at the weekend and man was it a game changer for me. I'd tried Laphroaig and wasn't 100% sold on it, so was hesitant to try another Islay. When I saw the Lagavulin though I couldn't pass up the opportunity to give it a try. This will definitely be my go-to Islay (until I get the opportunity to try the other Islay whiskies)

@TheOneGlassMan 10 жыл бұрын

Great review. My favorite of the range is the DE bottling. I look forward to an English version review of the distillers edition soon. Also, congratulations on a tremendous victory 7-1 over Brazil today in the World Cup!

@Whiskycom 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you. And let me help you with that. Whisky Tasting: Lagavulin Distiller's Edition 1997 / 2013 If you want me to taste any other bottles: www.whisky.com/forumblogchat/forum/forum/mm_forum_pi1/posts//whiskies_to_taste.html

@JohnGrove310 3 жыл бұрын

Luening Horst Luening is buzzed during the making of this

@Rikitocker 9 жыл бұрын

With regards to salt in Whisky; it is indeed possible to have a salty brine influence due to the fact that casks breathe and interact with the air when placed in the warehouses, this is particularly the case of Island, Isles and Islay Whiskies that are right next to the sea. It is through this exchange and breathing in and out of the cask that such an infusion of brine and salt enters into a Whisky and influences the flavours. I think the Distilleries themselves have spoken of this phenomenon often enough also. What you were talking about was salt during the distillation process, but the infusion of salt or the brine note takes place during cask maturation. Notwithstanding the fact that some portion of time is spent maturing on the mainland, many Whiskies return to the Isles for their final period of maturation so I believe this is still a factor.

@Whiskycom 9 жыл бұрын

Yes, there is a small chance, that salt may enter the casks during maturation. But the salt has to enter firstly into the warehouse - which is possible thru the spray - but secondly it has to enter the casks. And this is really difficult due to the thickness of the staves. That companies place their marketing on their location is not new. I would do also. But close to none whisky returns to Islay. Why should they, when the bottling lines are on the mainland?

@RommeliFIN 9 жыл бұрын

In my chemical point of view there really is a great variety of salts or rather ions which are tastable in the whisky, especially in these well matured peaty and un-filtered ones. These salts are mainly dissolved from wooden casks. It may even contain a little table salt but the real variety of salts is superior in complexity. Wood (of the cask) itself contains great variety of salts or rather ions, which can be proven by burning it into ashes. These ashes are mixture of metallic carbonates (for example CaCO_3) and metallic oxides (CaO). This proves there is metallic ions (cations like Na+, Ca2+, K+ etc) in the wood. These ions dissolve into whisky during maturing. Moreover these phenolic combounds from whisky including mentioned phenolic acids (and other complex organic acids as well) form some complex salts when pairing with metallic ions. I bet this is much more important reason for saltiness in palate than the location of casks during maturation. The idea of remembrance is somewhat childish.

@featherdi 3 жыл бұрын

I love this smoke flavor! Recommend drinking this one.

@westaustralia9812 3 жыл бұрын

Lagavulin is such a nice experience and a must for anyone wanting to try Scotch - especially the smokier ones

@coogeeman 3 жыл бұрын

I used to have this in a Hampshire pub in the New Forest years back......lovely...... smooth and satisfying. Good review. Liked and subscribed.

@TheBoss-rk2qr 5 жыл бұрын

Trying Lagavulin 16Yr along with his comments and descriptions are very accurate! I understand that is his favorite one. It has a little but of sweetness but mostly smoke which dissapears as you keep drying more and the sweetness comes around. This is my very first whiskey and i love it! A must have!

@Normaldude444 2 жыл бұрын

Does it actually taste like a campfire smells?

@JaspalSingh-hi6gi 3 жыл бұрын

Lagaviun 16 is my ALL Time Favourite Single malt as well As scotcH 😎

@phillipbaritone3843 2 жыл бұрын

I have had many bottles of ardbeg and laphroaig. I’ve also had Bowmore 12, and I’m just a big fan of islay. My palet was a little burnt because of how much I had in a short span of time, but I haven’t had any at the point of writing this in over a year. With the colder weather returning, something seems right to give a go! I have a bottle being shipped to me and am counting down the day!

@s3riousf8ce 2 жыл бұрын

My First bottle was $98 USD bought from a store in Murfreesboro Tennessee. I have just finally found my second from a store in Shelbyville TN at $138 usd. I can attest to the value. I will pay up to $200 per and then I will give in to brand betrayal. A man must try and experience this whiskey before it is lost to you. It is indeed rare that no filtered water is needed to truly enjoy such a spirit.

@subutaynoyan5372 6 жыл бұрын

If Horst was my math teacher, I'd be a physisict. Instead I'm studying linguistics.

@TheJusnic82 9 жыл бұрын

One of my absolute favourite whisky's its the best of both worlds the peat for me is nothing even close to laphroig or ardbeg or port charlotte but the beautiful balance of the sweetness with the peat is almost perfect.I have a dram of this at least once or twice a week

@drpapa26 6 жыл бұрын

One of my favorites... Great review, Horst.

@polar1949 4 жыл бұрын

Breaking Bad fan here?

@clarenceboddicker7708 2 жыл бұрын

@@polar1949 Jesseeeeeeeee!!!!

@ghantakha5568 4 жыл бұрын

Thank u for the recommendation horst , i liked this whisky specially in cold cloudy day around the fire 🥃

@adrianting6146 4 жыл бұрын

Having this right now. Agree with all your comments. This is very good indeed.

@lymecat 7 жыл бұрын

I would give an arm to see you review fragrances. The way you describe the smells of these whiskys make my mouth water.

@SeymourSkinner 9 жыл бұрын

My favourite Islay Malt !

@Dr.Sciatica 2 жыл бұрын

Clouds are raining sweet water...! That must be a good whiskey .

@BrickFilmsCinema 4 жыл бұрын

This is by far my favorite scotch!

@MideanStone 3 жыл бұрын

Trying this right now, very unique whiskey for sure. Unlike any other whiskey i have tasted thus far.

@georgekyriazis1 9 жыл бұрын

Great review. Keep up the great work!

@chrismathis4162 3 жыл бұрын

I tried this last night. So good, you definitely taste sea spray, but $100/bottle here in the US

@Food_Bev_Tube 9 жыл бұрын

So why is the 12 year cost more then the 16 year? I'm kind of confused

@Whiskycom 9 жыл бұрын

Because the 12yrs is bottled in cask strength and in smaller yearly batches.

@TheOriginalRaster 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I really enjoyed this review. It was especially interesting to sample some Lagavulin 16 along with you. Excellent. Thanks.

@dario27 Жыл бұрын

I love you, Horst.

@DentalPark76 5 жыл бұрын

Your reviews are amazing. Congratulations 🥂

@romancenyc41 2 жыл бұрын

I pick up a bottle today, I love the smoke.

@alasdairgibb8433 9 ай бұрын

until last year it was £49 here in the UK. It has now risen to £75. Worth every penny but of course I am not happy.

@asuww1995 6 жыл бұрын

I was kinda scared to give a smokey islay a try. But i gave it a go and did not regret. Its easily one of my favourite now

@ChristopherOSU 3 жыл бұрын

Try Laphroaig Cask Strength.

@rjmoney9 3 жыл бұрын

my favorite whisky reviewer :D

@vinodrm 8 жыл бұрын

A very nice and crisp review of a great scotch (Y)

@KamilMichalak8 11 ай бұрын

It might soind strange, but when I keep the whisky in mouth for longer time, I get some strange taste, like rubber, burnt rubber, but not like a tire, rather something like rubber band. I felt the same tasting Finlaggan. Still one of my favourites.

@petersieben8560 2 жыл бұрын

What happened to lagavulin ... ? The bottle i bought in 2021 was less smooth than what i remembered. It used to be my favourite , over ardbeg and laphroig. Did they change something around 16 years ago?

@sugartbube 3 жыл бұрын

he gets so happy

@francisd2386 9 жыл бұрын

If I like Talisker 10 for it's smoke and peat but also for its spices and fruit, will I like this one ? Is the smoke more subtle than a Laphroaig 10 because of the extra 6 years ? Nevermind, you answered my question after in the video

@martingirard1949 8 жыл бұрын

talisker10 and Lagavulin16 are "related", like Ardbeg10 and Laphroaig10... if you like talisker10, try the lagavulin16...

@ceebeedf 8 жыл бұрын

+Francis Ducharme - Big Talisker fan here. Lagavulin won't be a mistake, no worries. Much more gentle than Laphroaig. If money's tight, stay withTalisker.

@francisd2386 8 жыл бұрын

ceebeedf I finally got my hands on a Laga. I didn't drink much of it yet, but it's really in line with Talisker. Complex peatiness, but more vegetal, I smell some kind of olives in it. I like Laphroaig as well. I have the Cairdeas 2015 which is sweeter, fruitier and saltier than their 10Yo. It's 20$ cheaper than Laga, if you can get your hands on it :P

@ceebeedf 8 жыл бұрын

+Francis Ducharme - Cairdeas, OK, money's not tight, i get it. Wasn't intended as an insult ;)

@francisd2386 8 жыл бұрын

ceebeedf Haha, no offense taken. Cairdeas 2015 is actually 20$ cheaper than Laga 16 here :P

@luismaldonado2214 4 жыл бұрын

I hope to one day enjoy whiskey as much as he does

@JohnGrove310 8 жыл бұрын

bacon? maybe...it's Smokey, nice, perhaps..beautiful whiskey

@jjb2004mk2 4 жыл бұрын

Why would a coastal whisky taste of the sea? They don't use sea-water or anything. Does the sea-air around the distillery introduce sea-like flavours? Or could it be a placebo effect as he knows it's from the coast?