Region
Islay
Founded
1816
Products
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Avg. Price
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Heritage
210+ years of heritage
Owner
Diageo
ABV Range
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Awards
3 recognised
Signature Profile
Flavour Profile
Profile based on regional characteristics and distillery style. Individual expressions may vary.
From Source to Spirit
Production Process
Malting
5–7 daysBarley is soaked in water, allowed to germinate, then dried in a kiln. Peat may be used for smoky character.
Mashing
6–8 hoursThe malted barley is ground into grist and mixed with hot water in a mash tun to extract fermentable sugars.
Fermentation
48–120 hoursThe sugary wort is transferred to washbacks (wooden or steel) where yeast converts sugars to alcohol.
Distillation
6–8 hours × 2The wash is distilled twice (or thrice) in copper pot stills. The still shape profoundly influences the spirit's character.
Maturation
3–50+ yearsNew make spirit enters oak casks — ex-bourbon, sherry, wine or virgin oak — and matures in the warehouse.
Bottling
Final stageAfter reaching optimal maturity, the whisky is vatted or bottled as single cask, diluted to strength and packaged.
The Story of Lagavulin
Lagavulin is one of Islay's oldest and most revered distilleries, producing richly peated single malts with remarkable depth and complexity. The 16 Year Old is considered one of the finest whiskies in the world. Sitting beside the ruins of Dunyvaig Castle, the distillery has been crafting whisky for over two centuries.
Recognition & Excellence
Awards & Achievements
Lagavulin Flagship Expression
IWSC
Lagavulin Reserve
World Whiskies Awards
Lagavulin Special Edition
International Spirits Challenge
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About Lagavulin Distillery
Lagavulin is located in Port Ellen, Islay, Scotland, established in 1816. Currently owned by Diageo, the distillery is known for producing exceptional spirits that reflect its unique terroir and heritage.
At The Royal Barrel, we are proud to feature Lagavulin in our curated directory of the world's finest distilleries. Each distillery in our collection is selected for its commitment to quality, its contribution to the spirits industry, and its unique story of craft and tradition.
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