My best whisky deals for Black Friday - Lagavulin, Jura and Mortlach are all in contention

OK - I’m calling it. This sweet and salty single malt is my standout Black Friday whisky deal.

The Lagavulin 16 is already one of my all-time favourite tipples, an exceptionally well balanced not-too-smoky-but-peaty-enough Islay that gets better with every sip. Usually around £80 it’s already pretty good value in my book, but Amazon’s Black Friday price of £59.99 is a steal.

I’d be genuinely surprised to find a better whisky deal this week, as this strikes a great balance between value and quality. Of course. no two whisky drinkers are alike, so I’ve given honourable mentions below to three more finds that I think could be options for the value-conscious whisky buyer.

Lagavulin 16 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky, 43% vol, 70cl. Now £59.99 (Was £83.00)

My standout tipple this Black Friday. What more can I say?

Tasting notes: Rich, smoky peat dominates with a coastal brininess. Notes of dried fruits, caramel, and a touch of vanilla balance its complexity. Hints of sherry sweetness intertwine with earthy, wood smoke. The finish is long, warming, and savoury, with lingering peat and gentle spice. Perfect for smoky whisky lovers.

Get it from Amazon here.

Hakushu Reserve Single Malt Whisky, 70cl. Now £56.95 (Was £80.00)

For those just starting to explore the growing variety of Japanese whiskies, this could be a good place to start, with a £25 saving on the delicate dram.

Tasting notes: Bright and refreshing, with herbal notes of mint, cucumber, and green tea. Subtle smoke complements fresh orchard fruits like green apple and pear. Lightly sweet with a delicate, crisp finish. It’s a unique, forest-like experience with a gentle touch of peat that defines Hakushu’s mountain distillery character.

Get it from Amazon here.

Jura 18 Year Old 70cl, 44%. Now £60.49 (Was £75.49)

I make no apologies for including another peaty classic in this selection, this time from Jura. Enjoy!

Tasting notes: Luxuriously rich with dark chocolate, orange marmalade, and baking spices. The influence of red wine cask finishing shines through with notes of plums, cherries, and oak. A smooth, slightly nutty sweetness carries through to the warm, velvety finish. Balanced complexity with a hint of coastal salinity.

Get it from Master of Malt here.

Mortlach 15 Year Old Game of Thrones Six Kingdoms 70cl, 46%. Now £63.95 (was £88.95)

Don’t dismiss this as just a gimmicky tie-in with the classic series, this is a worthy candidate for your Christmas list, especially at this price.

Tasting notes: Bold and indulgent with sherry-forward notes of dried figs, raisins, and toffee. Layers of dark chocolate, leather, and roasted nuts add depth, while a subtle herbal bitterness balances the sweetness. The finish is rich and lingering, with a whisper of spice. A regal dram fit for a throne.

Get it from Whisky Exchange here.