Lagavulin 12 Year Old Special Release 2025

The nose starts with strong, ashy peat and a salt-kissed coastal breeze, eased by notes of honey, toffee, and vanilla. There’s darker fruit lurking too—think plum and orange peel—alongside coconut and baked oak. On tasting, smoke remains central but is balanced by creamy toffee, rich fruit compote, and a lie-back-in-the fireside feel with spice and cedar. The finish carries a long warmth, with smoke lingering alongside sweet oak and soft citrus. Best enjoyed neat in a tulip glass so you can explore each layer, or with a splash of water to soften the smoke and amplify the vanilla and fruit notes.