Lagavulin 12 Year Old Special Release 2023 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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The Lagavulin 12 Year Old Special Release 2023 is a bold and distinctive Islay single malt Scotch whisky that encapsulates the raw, smoky essence of the island. Known for its iconic peat-driven character, this expression stands out with its exceptional balance of power and finesse.
This whisky is matured in a combination of American oak casks, giving it a deep, amber color with an intriguing complexity of flavors. The nose reveals an intense waft of sea breeze, salt, and smoldering peat, accompanied by hints of dried fruit, vanilla, and the slightest touch of medicinal herbs, offering a deep dive into Lagavulin’s signature smoky profile. On the palate, it’s a rich, robust experience, with bold waves of peat smoke wrapping around notes of black pepper, citrus zest, and a touch of brine, culminating in a long, warming finish that lingers with subtle spice and oak.
The 2023 release benefits from the perfect harmony between the intense peat character and the nuances of the cask aging, resulting in a whisky that is both daring and refined. It’s a true testament to the distillery’s craft and a must-have for aficionados seeking a smoky yet sophisticated dram.
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Bottle details
| Type | Single Malt Scotch |
|---|---|
| Brand | Lagavulin |
| Producer | Lagavulin Distillery |
| Origin | Islay, Scotland |
| Age | 12 years |
| Strength | 56.4% ABV (112.8 proof) |
| Bottle size | 750 ml |
| Made from | malted barley |
| Cask | American oak, cask strength |
Why Liquor Geeks recommends it
This is Lagavulin at full volume: a 12-year-old Islay single malt from Lagavulin Distillery, matured in American oak and bottled at cask strength, 56.4% ABV (112.8 proof). Peat smoke leads, then sea-breeze salt, iodine and brine fill in the picture. Dried raisin and apricot, black pepper, and lemon and orange peel follow, with a creamy vanilla-and-honey sweetness as the whisky opens up. The finish runs long, with charred wood, gentle salt and a trace of dried herbs. It suits the drinker who already loves smoky Scotch and wants to taste it at strength, and the collector who wants the 2023 Special Release on the shelf. Newcomers to peat may find it intense at first, though a drop or two of water softens the smoke and brings the fruit and vanilla forward. We carry it because it balances raw power with real nuance. Tasting it neat, then again with a little water, is one of the more rewarding ways to spend an evening with a single bottle.
Pairs well with
- Fresh oysters on ice — The whisky's brine and maritime tang echo the oysters' salinity while the peat smoke adds contrast.
- Aged cheese and dried apricots — The raisin and apricot notes and honeyed sweetness pick up the fruit, and the black pepper stands up to a sharp cheese.
- Fireside nightcap — Its long, warming finish of charred wood and lingering smoke suits a slow pour at the end of a cold evening.
Questions about this bottle
How strong is this whisky?
How strong is this whisky?
It is bottled at cask strength, 56.4% ABV, which is 112.8 proof. That is noticeably stronger than a typical bottling, so small pours and a few drops of water are worth trying.
What does it taste like?
What does it taste like?
Expect intense peat smoke, salty sea breeze, brine and iodine on the nose, with dried fruit, vanilla and citrus peel. The palate is full-bodied, with black pepper, raisin, apricot, honey and a creamy texture. The finish is long, with charred wood, spice, gentle salt and dried herbs.
Should I add water?
Should I add water?
It shows its full complexity neat, ideally in a tulip-shaped glass. A drop or two of water softens the peat smoke and brings out vanilla and dried fruit, so add a little at a time and adjust to taste.
What is it made from and how is it matured?
What is it made from and how is it matured?
It is a single malt Scotch made from malted barley at Lagavulin Distillery on Islay. It is aged 12 years in American oak casks, which gives it a deep amber color, a creamy mouthfeel and its vanilla and oak notes. The bottle is 750 ml.
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