ABV: 56.2% | Origin: Islay, Scotland
Volume: 20cl

The 2024 Special Release of Lagavulin 12 Year Old is a tribute to fire and finesse. Matured in refill and virgin oak casks, this limited edition offers a fresh take on the distillery’s iconic maritime power. It’s youthful, bold, and irresistibly smoky—an untamed classic reborn.

Tasting Profile

Nose: Billowing peat smoke, driftwood embers, sea salt, green apple
Palate: Smoked paprika, charred oak, peppered lemon peel, ash, toffee
Finish: Long, dry, and spicy with persistent smoke and a teasing citrus edge

Production Details

Distillation method: Traditional copper pot stills, long fermentation
Cask type(s): Refill and virgin oak casks
Special processes: Bottled at natural cask strength, non-chill filtered

Perfect For

Perfect for seasoned peat enthusiasts and curious collectors. This Lagavulin 12 is ideal for quiet contemplation by the fire or as a bold introduction to Islay's wilder side. A must-have in the annual Special Release series.

Expert Notes

“Lively, ferocious, and beautifully textured. A bonfire in a glass, with complexity that rewards patience.”
– Charles MacLean

Customer Reviews

“Even better than the 2023! The virgin oak gives it a punchy sweetness behind the smoke.” – Justin M. ★★★★★
“Superb balance of spice and peat. Lagavulin magic in a small pour.” – Faye L. ★★★★½
“I buy every 12-year Special Release, and this one is among the best.” – Neil R. ★★★★★

Interesting Fact

Dubbed “The Lone Guardian” in the 2024 Special Releases collection, this Lagavulin represents a fiery sentinel protecting the Islay coast—bold, brave, and everlasting.

Serving Suggestions

• Best enjoyed neat to capture its full smoky complexity

• Add a splash of water to reveal hidden vanilla and orchard fruit notes

• Pairs beautifully with grilled shellfish or aged Gouda

Lagavulin Distillery

Located on the southern shores of Islay, Lagavulin has been crafting intense, peated single malts since 1816. With its distinctive slow distillation and deep smoke profile, Lagavulin remains a pillar of Islay whisky heritage, attracting devoted fans worldwide.