I’ve never met anyone who is ambivalent about Lagavulin. They either love this distinctive single malt scotch, or hate it. I’m one of those who can’t get enough of the salty tinged, smokey-peat flavour. Straight-up, two drops of water and one sip, and I’m magically transported to sitting around a campfire, eating smoked oysters, and philosophising with friends. Lagavulin is most definately near the top of my list of favourite things.

One of these days I’d like to visit the distillery in the Isle of Islay to thank the people who’ve brought me so much pleasure.