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Lagavulin 16years
Lagavulin4.7(4,800 reviews)
Lagavulin 16 Year Old is the definitive Islay single malt Scotch whisky, celebrated worldwide for its intense peat smoke, deep complexity, and rich peatiness. Distilled in the historic south coast distillery of Islay established in 1816, it is aged for at least sixteen years in oak casks. It pours a deep, glowing amber color. The nose is incredibly robust, presenting peat smoke with iodine, seaweed, and a rich, sweet fruitiness. On the palate, it is full-bodied and intense, unfolding with sweet peat, dry wood smoke, rich malt, and a sophisticated seaweed salinity, leading into a spectacularly long, warming peat finish with subtle sweet oak notes.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹11,310/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹452
per 30ml
ABV
43%
Region
Islay, Scotland
Category
Single Malts
Type
Premium
State Excise Comparison
Compare Lagavulin 16years Price Across Major Cities (2026)
Official retail vend prices vary across states due to excise duty, VAT, and transport tariffs.
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Lowest MRP in India
Gurgaon: ₹9,500
DelhiViewing
Delhi NCT
Standard 750ml
₹11,310+19%
Gurgaon
Haryana
Standard 750ml
₹9,500
Kolkata
West Bengal
Standard 750ml
₹10,010+5%
Lucknow
Uttar Pradesh
Standard 750ml
₹10,290+8%
Bangalore
Karnataka
Standard 750ml
₹10,805+14%
Goa
Goa
Standard 750ml
₹11,500+21%
Hyderabad
Telangana
Standard 750ml
₹15,050+58%
Mumbai
Maharashtra
Standard 750ml
₹15,650+65%
Jaipur
Rajasthan
Standard 750ml
₹16,095+69%
Rates cross-verified with State Excise Department notifications & authorized L-2 retail vends.
Prices range from ₹9,500 to ₹16,095 Official Regulatory Notice
Delhi Liquor Laws & State Excise Policy (2026)
Retail prices and vend operations in Delhi are regulated by the Department of Excise, Entertainment & Luxury Tax, GNCTD under the state excise framework.
Legal Drinking Age
21+ Years
Verified photo ID mandatory at retail vends
Operating Hours
10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Closed on gazetted State Dry Days
Authorized Outlets
Government Corporation Outlets (DTTDC, DSIIDC, DCCWS, DSCSC)
Possession Limit
Up to 9 liters of IMFL / Wine and 18 liters of Beer per household
Inter-State Transit WarningImport of duty-unpaid liquor from Haryana or Uttar Pradesh into Delhi territory is strictly illegal under Section 33 of the Delhi Excise Act, 2009.
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Origin: Islay
Scotland, UK
This small Hebridean island produces the most intensely peated and smoky whiskies in the world. Only 8 distilleries call Islay home, yet their influence on global whisky culture is immense.
Climate
Windswept Atlantic island with rich peat reserves
Famous For
Laphroaig, Ardbeg, Lagavulin, Bowmore
The Art of the Cask
This Lagavulin 16years represents the pinnacle of barrel maturation. The interaction between the distillate and the wood in this premium expression results in a profound depth of character specifically for the Delhi market.
The profile is anchored by Intense Peat Bonfire Smoke and Rich Sweet Malted Barley, characteristic of Lagavulin's proprietary distillation process in Islay, Scotland.
Flavor Intensity
sweet30%
smokey95%
spicy40%
fruity35%
body90%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Aged Blue Cheese🧀
Gourmet Smoked Salmon🍫
Artisanal Dark Chocolate🥘
Slow-Cooked Roast Mutton“The right pairing elevates both the spirit and the plate. We recommend serving at room temperature for the full aromatic experience.”
Expert Q&A
QWhat is the alcohol percentage (ABV) of Lagavulin 16?
Lagavulin 16 Year Old is bottled at an alcohol strength of 43% ABV (Alcohol by Volume), providing a rich and robust character.
QHow should you drink Lagavulin 16?
It is best enjoyed neat in a Glencairn glass, or with a few drops of soft water to open up the complex smoke, peat, and maritime aromas.
QWhat makes Lagavulin 16 taste so smoky?
The distillery uses heavily peated malted barley (dried over burning Islay peat fire) and runs a slow distillation process, followed by sixteen years of maturation, which concentrates the rich, oily smoke character.
QWhat is the price of Lagavulin 16 in India?
Lagavulin 16 Year Old Single Malt has a standard retail base price of approximately ₹9,500 for a 750ml bottle, which varies across states depending on regional excise duties and taxes.
Sommelier Tasting Profile & Notes
Palate dimensions, aroma evaluation, and user tasting impressions
AVERAGE RATING
4.7
Based on 3 Reviews
Tasting Dimensions
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4.7 / 5.0Taste & FlavorComplexity and palate richness
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4.7 / 5.0Value for MoneyPrice to quality benchmark
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5.0 / 5.0Smoothness & FinishMellowness and lingering aftertaste
Rating Distribution
Breakdown of reviewer opinions
4.7/5
3 Tasting Scores
5 Star
67%
4 Star
33%
3 Star
0%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
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Beverage Specialist Tasting ProfileScores and aroma profiles synthesized from master distillers, sommeliers, and verified community tasting submissions.
Community & Sommelier Notes (3)
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Subhashis Sen
Tasting NoteVasant Kunj, Delhi • May 12, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5
“Absolutely spectacular! Visited a local outlet in Vasant Kunj and picked up Lagavulin 16years. At ₹11,310 in Delhi, this represents incredible value. The notes of Intense Peat Bonfire Smoke and Rich Sweet Malted Barley pair phenomenally well with home-cooked Butter Chicken. Highly recommended!”
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Ananya Banerjee
Tasting NoteConnaught Place, Delhi • May 07, 2026
Taste: 4/5Value: 5/5
“A highly sophisticated Single Malt Scotch Whisky by Lagavulin. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Intense Peat Bonfire Smoke and Dry Oak & Sea Salt Salinity. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Connaught Place was a major hit, especially alongside local Chicken Seekh Kebab!”
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Siddharth Mukhopadhyay
Tasting NoteSouth Extension, Delhi • April 29, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Lagavulin's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Rich Sweet Malted Barley. At the Delhi price of ₹11,310, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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