12 Year Old

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Lagavulin's 12-year-old is a classic Islay single malt that captures the distillery's characteristic intensity and smoky character in a more vibrant, youthful expression. Bolder and more direct than its older sibling, this whisky showcases a robust peat profile tempered by crisp citrus notes, white fruits, and subtle sweetness. The nose reveals bonfire smoke, mineral freshness, and hints of vanilla that hint at the coastal terroir of Islay. On the palate, complex layers unfold with intense ashy peat smoke, creamy mouthfeel, and surprising softness despite the higher alcohol content. Flavours of dark toffee, ripe banana, lemon, and vanilla mingle with a clear peat sweetness and minerality. The finish is long and drying, with herbal, tarry notes, a touch of green chilli heat, and a briny splash of seawater that lingers, emphasizing the maritime character that defines this island whisky.

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