Lagavulin Sweet Peat 11 Year Old, Bourbon Cask, 2026, 43%

The contrast between rich smoke and the sweeter notes is what makes this appealing: honeyed malt, toffee apple and brown sugar soften the peat without hiding it. Baking spices add a warmer edge, while the gentle salinity keeps the palate from feeling too sweet. The finish carries that balance into campfire embers and salted toffee. It sounds generous and layered, though the smoke remains firmly at the centre.

Reviewed by tidepoolrambler

Nose

Peat smoke, Charred oak, Vanilla bean, Honeycomb, Toasted marshmallow, Citrus peel

Palate

Rich smoke, Gentle salinity, Honeyed malt, Toffee apple, Brown sugar, Baking spices

Finish

Campfire embers, Dark chocolate, Salted toffee, Soft oak vanilla