Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2002)
- Distillery
- Lagavulin
- Region
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 58%
- Age
- 12 years
- Price
- £499
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Leathery, Old Wood, Toasted
- Description
- Lagavulin's 12 Year Old from 2002 represents a moment in the distillery's special release lineage, offering collectors a chance to own a pivotal bottling in the series. This Islay single malt delivers the distillery's signature maritime smoke and peat character, layered with dark dried fruits and a mineral brine edge. The palate is full-bodied and warming, with a long finish that balances ash and iodine with underlying sweetness. A cornerstone dram for those building a collection of Lagavulin's special editions.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2002) is a 12-year-old single malt from Lagavulin (Scotland), bottled at 58% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, oaky and peaty character — smokey, leathery, old wood, toasted. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Lagavulin's 12 Year Old from 2002 represents a moment in the distillery's special release lineage, offering collectors a chance to own a pivotal bottling in the series. This Islay single malt delivers the distillery's signature maritime smoke and peat character, layered with dark dried fruits and a mineral brine edge. The palate is full-bodied and warming, with a long finish that balances ash and iodine with underlying sweetness. A cornerstone dram for those building a collection of Lagavulin's special editions.
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