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Lagavulin 16 Year Old Scotch Whisky 700ml $85.90 @ Dan Murphy's (Normally $106.99)

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Lagavulin 16 Year Old Scotch Whisky 700ml $85.90 @ Dan Murphy's (Normally $106.99)
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AssociatedDesolateApophic on 21/10/2016 - 01:10 danmurphys.com.au (957 clicks)
Last edited 21/10/2016 - 01:24

Hello! I am back! I always love posting this one as it is one of my favourite whiskies.

Don't forget your 6% cashback thanks to Cashrewards which brings it down to $80.75!

A great Islay dram.

Product notes:
- Strong peat, smoke and seaweed nose that is followed by a nutty complexity and light fruitiness.
- In the mouth characters of Charcoal, dry woodiness and iodine followed by chilli chocolate and a hint of toffee.

4.7/5.0 star rating (of 127 reviews)

For notes and info on Lagavulin go to Underthelabel; one of my favourite resources.

Alcohol Lagavulin Liquor Scotch Whisky Single Malt Scotch

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  • undercut on 21/10/2016 - 06:36
    +1

    Combine with Amex cashback for an extra $10 off

    • undercut on 21/10/2016 - 09:09

      And 8% cashrewards

  • Skramit on 21/10/2016 - 08:07
    +14

    Drinking this whisky is like drinking the matured oak tears of William Wallace as you charge bare chested and sword drawn on your thoroughbred in to battle while gloriously singing along to the finale of Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overtuture.

    • carwashhair on 21/10/2016 - 08:21
      +2

      Sounds awful! Care to write up JW Red?

      • 2ndeffort on 21/10/2016 - 09:29
        +2

        There's probably an equally dangerous version that involves drinking Buckfast whilst belting someone with a traffic cone on Sauchie hall st in Glasgow at 4am

    • 2ndeffort on 21/10/2016 - 09:28
      +4

      Unfortunately William Wallace had been dead for over 500 years before Tchaikovsky wrote the song, but as a Scot I appreciate the sentiment!

      • Skramit on 21/10/2016 - 09:56

        FREEEEEDOOOMMMMMM

    • Gorodemon on 21/10/2016 - 13:27

      Care to write a short description on Jack Danie's No.7?

    • Davros on 22/10/2016 - 10:38
      +1

      I had a mate buy a bottle for me. I commented that it was like drinking dinosaurs and dead people while crawling through peat bogs.
      Bloody awful compaired to Laphroag which I like.

      • Skramit on 22/10/2016 - 11:47

        I'm partial to Laphroag 10 as well. :)

  • mr626 on 21/10/2016 - 08:36
    +8

    Ron Swanson approves of this deal

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    • grunge on 21/10/2016 - 10:27
      +3

      Please and thank you.

      • hedonistic on 21/10/2016 - 18:33
        +1

        nectar of the gods

        • Serapis on 21/10/2016 - 20:13

          O were my Love yon Lilack fair…

  • simulacrum on 21/10/2016 - 09:23
    +2

    This one comes with a peat warning. If you don't like smokey whiskeys, probably best to steer clear.

    • theHMASfriendship on 21/10/2016 - 10:14
      +4

      It's like sipping a fine ash tray it's brilliant

    • erd on 21/10/2016 - 13:47
      +2

      good point. it does feel like licking an ashtray at first, but once you are over that shock, it is pleasant and complex.

      • simulacrum on 21/10/2016 - 14:00
        +1

        It's hard to get people to appreciate peated malts. Once you open the floodgates though it's a downwards spiral. Ardbeg is one of my faves.. especially on a cold day (of which there are plenty in Melbourne!)

        • supervigilante on 21/10/2016 - 15:40

          just wondering, how long did it take for you to start enjoying heavily-peated whiskey?

        • simulacrum on 21/10/2016 - 17:18
          +3

          @supervigilante: I knew I didn't like them but I'd try them every once in a while just to check.. and one day it just clicked. I had a similar experience with oysters. I wouldn't try to force yourself.. but every once in a while when the opportunity arises pour a nip and just sniff it, sip it very slowly, let the aroma fill your palate and try to explore it.

          Mostly smells are associated with memory. I think I used to just smell disinfectant and asphalt. But one day I associated it in my head with the smoke you smell when you burn redgum or another really resinous wood. It reminded me of camping around a fire as a kid and I suddenly got it.

          .. it's also helpful if its like the 4th or 5th whisky of the evening.. at that point your senses are a bit dulled and the peatiness isn't so much of an assault.

        • od810 on 22/10/2016 - 12:18

          @supervigilante: For me I started with Talisker, and immediately like it. So it really depends on person. This bottle is one of my favourite. If you start liking this bottle, Bruichladdich Port Charlotte Heavily Peated Project will be the next one to try.

    • supervigilante on 21/10/2016 - 15:54

      One day I was researching for good whisky at Changi Airport because they offer free tasting. I tried Highland Park, Macallan, Glenfiddich etc. All of them taste relatively the similar, with the expected taste of whisky. Then I remember on the internet everyone raved about Laphroaig, so I asked for a taste, and it's so disgusting and weird!

      Apparently that's how peated whisky is supposed to taste like. Do you think I should give it another chance?

      • 1Kenobi on 21/10/2016 - 17:45

        This is Lagavulin and is how peated whisky is supposed to taste

      • csjc on 21/10/2016 - 18:20

        Lagavulin and Laphroaig would not be for people who are new to whiskys. The peaty taste puts them off whisky right away. Heck even some veterans wouldn't touch them. I would encourage you to enjoy other whisky awhile longer and then try them again.

        • 4foxache on 21/10/2016 - 19:38
          +1

          I like Laphroiag in fact it's my favourite, not a big fan of Lagavulin imo takes a good thing too far.

        • csjc on 22/10/2016 - 23:31

          @hawkus81: This will be my first bottle of Lagavulin. I've tried them before at bars and at friends place. I am hoping it is better than my first impressions. And yeah, Laphroaig still my favourite.

    • AssociatedDesolateApophic @ Dan Murphy's on 21/10/2016 - 23:39

      I tried to sell this to a guy wanting to try something new.. Didn't sell.

  • 2ndeffort on 21/10/2016 - 09:26

    Can you buy with Amex and get the cashback offer?

    • undercut on 21/10/2016 - 09:33
      +1

      Yep, just got my confirmation email

  • decr on 21/10/2016 - 09:36

    That would be a nice drop. Shame no Dan's in Tas, I used to visit them regularly in Brissy.

    • Tigerstu on 21/10/2016 - 09:46
      +1

      There is one opening very soon in Launceston, which should hopefully drop the delivery charges to the rest of the state. *Lag 16 is a great drop by the way, one of my favs.

      • decr on 21/10/2016 - 10:02

        That's awesome news, I'm in Hobart but still good to hear. That reminds me I haven't had a (decent) bottle of scotch since my Bruichladdich 18yo Enlightenment dried up a year or so ago. It was bottle 93/500 I think, still have it but too lazy to go look.

  • Homr on 21/10/2016 - 13:26

    Thanks OP, so getting this.

  • supastar on 21/10/2016 - 14:21

    Great price! Thanks

  • itbargainhunter on 21/10/2016 - 14:43

    Lagavulin is from Islay and Islay Whiskey is famous for its smoky taste!

    At this price it is a perfect 1st Islay Whiskey for Single Malt Whiskey beginner.

  • downforce on 21/10/2016 - 14:46
    +1

    Woooo, I've almost finished the bottles of these I already have!

    • supastar on 21/10/2016 - 15:06

      Nectar of the Gods!

  • bargdebarg on 21/10/2016 - 16:59

    A great Islamic dram!

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  • hedonistic on 21/10/2016 - 18:33

    arent they usually around that price? i picked one up for fathers day for around 89 bucks

    • dm01 on 21/10/2016 - 19:14

      Probably on special - they're normally over $100.

    • AssociatedDesolateApophic @ Dan Murphy's on 21/10/2016 - 23:39

      There is usually a special around $85-$90 every 3 weeks or so.

  • dm01 on 21/10/2016 - 19:16

    Bought a bottle of this from DM last time it was around this price…a nice drop, but I still prefer the Ardbeg 10y.o., and its regular price is about the same as this one on special.

  • 4foxache on 21/10/2016 - 19:37
    +1

    Tried this before it's medicinal as hell but strangely as I kept drinking it got better. Whether or not it was the whiskey or just the fact I was really drunk I can't be sure.

  • cvas on 21/10/2016 - 20:25
    +4

    This is a very popular drop ozbargain, however I feel as though it is recommended by people who do not drink single malts from Islay very often. I personally am not a fan and I feel as though the 16 year old statement along with its "peatiness" has many people under the illusion that is is one of the best Islay single malts on the market. There are much better to had for a much lower price if you love Peaty whiskies. While definitely not the worst single malt on offer, I find it has an aftertaste akin to unripe grapefruit and a quite bitter after taste. This is my own opinion but if you are trying it for the first time, keep an open mind ;)

    • ankor on 21/10/2016 - 21:21
      +2

      Ok, you can't drop a statement like that without recommending cheaper alternatives!!

      • cvas on 21/10/2016 - 21:37
        +4

        Ardbeg 10 runs rings around Lagavulin IMO. And can be had for $75 on special. Talisker, while not so peaty is a personal favourite that reminds me of clotted cream. However its your mouth, your taste, get out to a whisky bar and sample a few!

        • Skramit on 21/10/2016 - 21:44

          Talisker 10?

        • cvas on 21/10/2016 - 22:01

          @Skramit: Yep. To be fair I haven't had the stormy one which is cheaper but could be worth a shot

        • ankor on 22/10/2016 - 10:49

          Thanks, I've had the ardberg at a whisky tasting about 6 years ago back when I couldn't stand the peat..
          Now it's something that I like a lot. I'll keep an eye out :)

        • downforce on 22/10/2016 - 21:27
          +1

          Having all 3 in my bar and tasted the Storm, first off, I really didn't like the Storm at all, hence I don't own it.

          Of the other three, they all have a slightly different taste, Ardbeg is way peatier and it depends what mood I'm in for what I drink, some days it might be a Highland or Speyside!

          I wouldn't say Ardbeg is "better" but if you aren't fussy, or just learning and just want a nice Islay, then I'd definitely recommend the Ardbeg just because it is cheaper. And BTW they can be had for $65 a bottle on sale!

          But ultimately it's what you like, one of my favourites atm is the Glen Moray Chardonnay Cask 10yr and it's only ~$50 a bottle!

        • dm01 on 23/10/2016 - 10:44
          +1

          Agree, Ardbeg is much nicer than the Laga 16. Also, Laga 16 has food colouring added to it, while the Ardbeg doesn't - what you see is the actual colour.

        • simulacrum on 25/10/2016 - 14:32

          Upvote for the Ardbeg 10 mention - prob one of my fave "standard" bottlings around and definitely runs rings around lagavulin. The Uigeadail is a lovely dram from Ardbeg too.

          Bunnahabhain and Caol Ila are both underrarted Islay distilleries imo

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