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Lagavulin Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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Published 02/10/14

About Lagavulin Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Founder: John Johnston
Year Founded: 1816
Distillery Location: Islay, Scotland
Master Distiller / Blender: Georgie (Georgette) Crawford

Lagavulin Single Malt Scotch Whisky Essential Facts

  • Lagavulin was the first legal distillery on the remote Scottish island of Islay, but before its founding in 1816, there were at least 10 illicit stills in operation in the area.
  • Lagavulin is the favorite beverage of Pawnee, Ind., parks director Ron Swanson on NBC’s Parks & Recreation. He even visited the distillery in season six.

How You Should Drink Lagavulin Single Malt Scotch Whisky

  • Neat
  • With water
  • With soda
  • On the rocks