Name: Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012)
Brand: Lagavulin
Price: 299.00 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (7 reviews)

Question 1

What does Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) is characterised by Smokey, Citric, Medicinal, Oily notes. Lagavulin's 12-year-old special release from 2012 is bottled at cask strength, capturing the distillery's signature Islay smoke with zesty citrus notes and considerable depth. This 11th edition of the annual release showcases why this expression is prized by peat enthusiasts.

Question 2

Is Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) 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 2012) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) is not particularly sweet (0/100). It leans dry and savoury.

Question 4

Is Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke and high ABV (56.1%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) costs £299 and is rated 4.7/5 by the community (7 ratings). The quality justifies the price for enthusiasts.

Question 6

Should I drink Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 56.1% ABV, Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) 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 2012)?

Accepted Answer

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) 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 2012)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) — 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 2012)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) 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 2012)?

Accepted Answer

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) is rated 4.7/5 on Neatly based on 7 community ratings. This puts it among the highest-rated whiskies in its category.

Question 11

Is Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) similar to Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) and Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s share a similar flavour profile (Oily) and are in a similar price range. Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s costs £180 vs £299 for Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012).

Question 12

Is Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) similar to Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) 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 £299 for Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012).

Question 13

How does Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) compare to Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal?

Accepted Answer

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) and Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) is bold and smoky, while Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal is known for Sherried, Vanilla, Dried Fruit notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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