Name: Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014)
Brand: Lagavulin
Price: 250.00 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.0 (3 reviews)

Question 1

What does Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) is characterised by Smokey, Medicinal, Oily notes. Lagavulin's 2014 Special Release features malts distilled in 2001 and 2002, aged 12 years in refill American oak casks, and bottled at cask strength. This classic Islay expression delivers the distillery's signature peat and maritime character in concentrated form.

Question 2

Is Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 70/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) is not particularly sweet (0/100). It leans dry and savoury.

Question 4

Is Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke and high ABV (54.4%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) costs £250 and is rated 4.0/5 by the community (3 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 54.4% ABV, Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Try it neat first, then add water gradually.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014)?

Accepted Answer

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) pairs well with smoked salmon, oysters, dark chocolate, aged cheddar, and chargrilled meats. The smoky, peaty character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the complex peat smoke and full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

What is the community rating for Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014)?

Accepted Answer

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) is rated 4.0/5 on Neatly based on 3 community ratings. A strong, well-regarded expression.

Question 11

Is Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) similar to Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) and Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) share a similar flavour profile (Smokey, Oily) and are in a similar price range. Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) costs £299 vs £250 for Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014).

Question 12

Is Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) similar to Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) and Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) share a similar flavour profile (Smokey, Medicinal, Oily) and are in a similar price range. Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) costs £299 vs £250 for Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014).

Question 13

How does Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) compare to Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask?

Accepted Answer

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) and Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) is bold and smoky, while Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask is known for Old Wood, Honey, Vanilla notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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