Lagavulin 25 Year Old (Special Release 2002)
- Distillery
- Lagavulin
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 57.2%
- Age
- 25 years
- Price
- £1999
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Medicinal, Old Wood, Rubbery
- Description
- 25 years of Islay maturity at 57.2% ABV. Some say it's 'Smokey' and 'Medicinal' with a hint of 'Rubbery'. At £1999 this is either a steal or a gamble.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Lagavulin 25 Year Old (Special Release 2002) is a 25-year-old single malt from Lagavulin (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 57.2% ABV. Expect heavily oaked, peaty and smoky character — smokey, medicinal, old wood, rubbery. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
25 years of Islay maturity at 57.2% ABV. Some say it's 'Smokey' and 'Medicinal' with a hint of 'Rubbery'. At £1999 this is either a steal or a gamble.
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