Lagavulin
Lagavulin Special Release Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 12 Year Old
Whisky from Scotland
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R110 nationwide
Delivery is within 1–2 business days to main centres and 3–4 business days to outlying areas.
Lagavulin is one of the most revered names in Scotch whisky, known for its intensely peated single malts and rich maritime character. Nestled on the southern coast of the Isle of Islay in Scotland, Lagavulin has earned a legendary reputation among whisky enthusiasts for producing bold, smoky whiskies with exceptional depth.
The Lagavulin 12 Year Old "Fireside Tales" is a 2024 Special Release from Diageo's "Spirited Xchange" series. This Islay single malt Scotch whisky is matured in a combination of first-fill ex-bourbon barrels and refill American and European oak casks, then bottled at natural cask strength of 57.4% ABV. It offers a nuanced balance of Lagavulin’s signature peat smoke with a sweeter, oak-driven complexity.
Nose:
Aromas of smouldering bonfire on a distant beach and wood ash, complemented by subtle fruity notes such as rowan jelly and unripe redcurrants. Hints of soft toffee and vanilla add depth.
Palate:
Smoothly creamy and mouth-filling texture, initially very sweet with notes of fresh vanilla and toffee. This sweetness quickly gives way to hints of salt, coconut, and controlled smokiness.
Finish:
Long and powerfully smoky, with a twist of warming spice that lingers on the palate.
Awards:
Whisky Advocate: Score of 94, ranked #3 on the Top 20 of 2024.