Name: Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013
Brand: Lagavulin
Price: 599.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 taste like?

Accepted Answer

Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 is characterised by Smokey, Medicinal, Oily, Leathery notes. A rare staff-only release from Diageo, this 11-year-old Lagavulin was bottled at natural cask strength in 2013 exclusively for company employees. Lagavulin's signature seaweed and smoke remain front and center, with the cask strength intensity sharpening the peppery edge and extending the maritime finish. Dense and unyielding on the palate. For Islay enthusiasts and those who value peat-heavy expressions without dilution.

Question 2

Is Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 70/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 sweet?

Accepted Answer

Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 is not particularly sweet (0/100). It leans dry and savoury.

Question 4

Is Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke and high ABV (57.1%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 costs £599 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 57.1% ABV, Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Try it neat first, then add water gradually.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013?

Accepted Answer

Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 pairs well with smoked salmon, oysters, dark chocolate, aged cheddar, and chargrilled meats. The smoky, peaty character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the complex peat smoke and full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013?

Accepted Answer

Serve Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 similar to Bowmore 25 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 and Bowmore 25 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Smokey) and are in a similar price range. Bowmore 25 Year Old costs £402.5 vs £599 for Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013.

Question 11

Is Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 similar to Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 and Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation share a similar flavour profile (Oily) and are in a similar price range. Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation costs £595 vs £599 for Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013.

Question 12

How does Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 compare to Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal?

Accepted Answer

Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 and Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 is bold and smoky, while Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal is known for Sherried, Vanilla, Dried Fruit notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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