Lagavulin Offerman Edition
We were SO excited to announce November’s official Whisky of the Month—exclusive to Whisky Club Members. The Lagavulin Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky Offerman Edition Aged 11 Years was a marriage made in whisky heaven. This sensational single malt was the product of an authentic collaboration between Nick Offerman and Lagavulin distillery manager Colin Gordon and an ode to the mutual respect and adoration the two share.
United KingdomColour Gold, just like Ron has buried all over Pawnee. We’ve said too much.
Nose Peppery, green apples followed with stewed berries, aromatic spices, burnt ember characters
Palate Woody, peaty notes lead from the front, gently tingling the tongue, before fading to reveal sweet berry and orchard fruit notes. The Lagavulin distillery character is evident, where aromatic peat is present with every sip
Finish A few moments after the liquid has gone, that peaty aroma is still there, giving this Lagavulin a wonderfully warm finish
Food Match Turf ‘n’ Turf (16 oz T-Bone and a 24 oz porterhouse) and a cigar
Overview
Nick Offerman is best known for his role as libertarian government worker Ron Swanson in the cult TV show Parks and Recreation… a man’s man who loves meat, woodworking, and Lagavulin whisky – which by sheer coincidence just happened to be Nick’s favourite whisky too. The whisky and even the distillery makes regular appearances on the show across its seven seasons, with Ron declaring Lagavulin 16 Year Old to be his drink of choice, and the nectar of the gods.
Since Parks and Rec wrapped up, Offerman has forged a strong relationship with Lagavulin, and has sipped a dram on New Year’s Eve, Father’s Day, and during the world-renowned Yule Log video that’s become a Christmas favourite for whisky lovers around the world.
Perhaps given this relationship it was inevitable, but it’s finally happened… Lagavulin and Offerman are proud to release the limited edition Lagavulin Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky Offerman Edition Aged 11 Years. This new Single Malt, the product of an authentic collaboration between Nick Offerman and Lagavulin distillery manager Colin Gordon, is an ode to the mutual respect and adoration the two share.
This limited-edition whisky carries the signature Lagavulin peatiness but brings extra spices and notes of dried fruit to carry the smoke. Matured in refill and rejuvenated casks the whisky doesn’t hang about, hitting you with a full-on tingle from the split second it hits your lips, and pronounced fresh berry character combined with spiciness thanks to those rejuvenated casks. Elevated top-notes provide a more direct flavour journey than other Lagavulin expressions, and it all winds down with a peaty, smoky finish that lingers like a smouldering campfire at Ron’s log cabin. As always, a higher ABV never hurts, and at 46% offers a little more oomph than you’ll find in the 16 Year Old. Oh yes, Ron would approve.
“I have travelled the world and sampled many attempts at pleasing nectars, but it is solely this distillation of Islay; a tiny, charismatic Scottish isle, that has claimed my palate. Yea, and my heart into the bargain.” — Nick Offerman
We could only dream about being so poetic, Nick!
Lagavulin Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky Offerman Edition Aged 11 Years was originally intended to be released solely in the USA, and when we first got wind of it we knew we had to get it to Australia for our Members!
Lagavulin and Offerman teamed up again with the 2021 release of Lagavulin Offerman Edition: Guinness Cask Finish, and it's available to Club Members to Add In October 2021.
THE SPECS
Price: $120.00
Age: 11 Years Old
ABV: 46.00
Maturation: Matured in refill and rejuvenated casks
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Lagavulin’s History
Illicit distillation was taking place on the site in the scenic Lagavulin Bay from the mid-1700s, but it was farmer John Johnston who legally founded Lagavulin in 1816. Located on the south coast of Islay (right between Laphroaig and Ardbeg distilleries and a short distance from Port Ellen), the distillery perfectly takes advantage of its coastal location, allowing the sea air to work its magic on the spirit as it rests in the barrels.
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Distillery Facts
Region: Islay
Origin: Lagavulin Distillery, Port Ellen, Isle of Islay, Argyll, PA42 7DZ, United Kingdom
Founded: 1816
Water Source: Lochan Sholum
Washbacks: 10, Wood
Stills: 2 wash and 2 spirit
Capacity: Undisclosed
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