LAGAVULIN 12 ans Special Release 2025

Nose : Bold and frank. A bold, forthright nose with moderate prickle. Immediately phenolic, with smouldering peat and wood ash, then hints of cleansing soap and fabric sticking plasters, backed by maritime notes that call to mind rock pools, lobster pots, fresh scallops and dry oyster shells. The nosefeel becomes drier in time. Even a drop of water closes the aroma considerably.

Appearance : Or moyen

Palate : Light and smooth. Smooth and lightly oily in texture, with a robust taste which is at once sweet, with dried fruit character, savoury spicy and salty, and soon develops powerfully smoky hints of peat. Smoother and sweeter with a drop of water, it remains full of life.

Overall : Long and smoky. Very long, drying and lightly smoky, with lingering salt and more peat in the aftertaste. A little water adds some chilli pepper spice.