Lagavulin 12-Year-Old Special Release 2023

The Lagavulin 12-Year-Old Special Release 2023, titled "The Ink of Legends," is a remarkable single malt Scotch whisky that exemplifies the distillery's mastery. Matured in a combination of virgin oak casks and the smokiest reserves, this expression offers an intense and smoky profile. On the nose, it reveals fresh notes of sea air, citrus, and ripened berries mingling with intense herbal smoke. The palate is creamy-smooth and robust, featuring sweet flavors of juicy plums with a hint of saltiness, evolving into herbal and smoky nuances. Bottled at natural cask strength, it provides a bold and memorable tasting experience.

Flavor Profile: Fresh notes of sea air, citrus, and ripened berries mingling with intense herbal smoke. The palate is creamy-smooth and robust, featuring sweet flavors of juicy plums with a hint of saltiness, evolving into herbal and smoky nuances.

Pairs Well With: Smoked meats (salmon, duck), strong cheeses (blue cheese, aged cheddar), dark chocolate, oysters.

Lagavulin is an iconic Islay single malt Scotch whisky, celebrated for its intensely peated, smoky character and rich maritime influence. Each dram of Lagavulin delivers a profound, layered experience that embodies the rugged beauty and time-honored craftsmanship of Islay.