Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2013)
- Distillery
- Lagavulin
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 55.1%
- Age
- 12 years
- Price
- £299
- Community rating
- 4.50 / 5 (8 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Medicinal, Oily, Kippery, Leathery
- Description
- At 55.1% ABV, the Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2013) draws attention for its robust smoky character. This Islay single malt whispers of 'Medicinal' and 'Leathery' tones. Priced at £299.0, curiosity dictates whether it merits the cost.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2013) is a 12-year-old single malt from Lagavulin (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 55.1% ABV. Rated 4.5/5 by the community. Expect intensely smoky, peaty and oaky character — smokey, medicinal, oily, kippery. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
At 55.1% ABV, the Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2013) draws attention for its robust smoky character. This Islay single malt whispers of 'Medicinal' and 'Leathery' tones. Priced at £299.0, curiosity dictates whether it merits the cost.
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