Est. 1816 • Port Ellen, Islay, Scotland
Lagavulin
"Rich and full, with a huge peat-smoke flavour"
About Lagavulin
Lagavulin is one of the most revered names in single malt Scotch whisky. Nestled in a bay on Islay's southern coast, the distillery produces deeply complex, richly flavoured whisky with intense peat smoke balanced by maritime sweetness.
1816
Founded
200+ yrs
Heritage
Islay
Region
16 YO
Signature
Discover Lagavulin
Experience the legend of Islay
Lagavulin's historic dunnage warehouses
The legendary bay at Lagavulin
The distinctive pear-shaped stills
The iconic Lagavulin waterfront
The Craft
What makes Lagavulin unmistakably rich
Water Source
Solan Lochs
Soft, peaty water from the lochs above the distillery
Islay Peat
~35-40 ppm phenols
Traditional Islay peat with maritime influence
Rich smoke, sea salt, and dried fruit notes
Copper Stills
2 wash, 2 spirit
Pear-shaped stills for maximum flavour extraction
What Makes Lagavulin Special
Exceptionally slow distillation for depth of flavour
Longest fermentation on Islay (up to 75 hours)
Iconic 16 Year Old - benchmark for Islay whisky
Getting There
Plan your journey to the Isle of Islay
By Air
Islay Airport (ILY)
9 minutes by car
Daily flights from Glasgow
By Ferry
Kennacraig to Port Ellen or Port Askaig
~2 hours crossing
CalMac Ferries
From Glasgow
3 hours to Kennacraig, then ferry
Approximately 5-6 hours total journey
Travel Tips
- •Book ferry in advance, especially in summer
- •Consider staying on Islay to visit multiple distilleries
- •The Mackie Lounge offers stunning views of Dunyvaig Castle
The Collection
Explore the full range of Lagavulin single malts
Plan Your Visit
Experience the legend of Lagavulin with a distillery tour
From £22
Classic Tour
1.5 hours
From £60
Warehouse 3 Experience
1.25 hours
From £110
Distillery Exclusive
2 hours
Advance booking recommended
Nearby Distilleries
Explore more of Islay's legendary whisky trail
💡 Tip: Consider a multi-distillery tour - all three are within easy driving distance!
A Legacy of Excellence
Over two centuries of whisky-making heritage
John Johnston establishes Lagavulin distillery
John Johnston establishes Lagavulin distillery
Merged with neighboring Ardmore distillery
Merged with neighboring Ardmore distillery
Peter Mackie creates White Horse blend featuring Lagavulin
Peter Mackie creates White Horse blend featuring Lagavulin
Lagavulin 16 launched as part of Classic Malts
Lagavulin 16 launched as part of Classic Malts
Celebrates 200th anniversary with special releases
Celebrates 200th anniversary with special releases
New Mackie Lounge visitor experience opens
New Mackie Lounge visitor experience opens
Begin Your Lagavulin Journey
Add Lagavulin bottles to your cabinet, track your tasting notes, and discover the legendary flavours of Islay.