Lagavulin

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Calling the island of Islay home, Lagavulin distillery has come to characterise the distinctly strong medicinal qualities of the region. 

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Of its 1,400,000 litre capacity almost 98% of it is reserved for use in single malts and the distillery does not produce blends itself. However White Horse uses Lagavulin as its base component. 

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It is one of the oldest verified distillation sites in Scotland with records showing an illegal still being located there in 1742. 

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In the 19th century there were numerous disputes with the neighbouring Laphroaig distillery over copying. However, the water sources for both distilleries are completely different resulting in two differing whiskies. 

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Between 2005 and 2008 the distillery won four consecutive golds at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. The distillery is owned by Diageo.

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This distillery is famous in popular culture for its appearance in The West Wing, Parks & Recreation and the iconic whisky heist The Angel’s Share. Comedian and actor Nick Offerman is a frequent collaborator with the distillery having stated that it is his favourite single malt.

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Details

Region:
Islay
Founded:
1816
Capacity:
1,400,000 Litres
Owner:
Diageo
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