{"product_id":"lagavulin-12-year-old-islay-single-malt-scotch-whisky","title":"Lagavulin 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky","description":"\u003cp\u003eLagavulin 12 Year Old is an Islay single malt Scotch whisky bottled at natural cask strength of 56.5% ABV, matured exclusively in refill casks to showcase the distillery's signature maritime character in its purest form. This exceptional expression represents the untamed power of Lagavulin's legendary peat smoke and coastal influence, captured from a distinguished private collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the windswept shores of Islay, Lagavulin Distillery has been crafting some of Scotland's most revered single malts since 1816. The distillery's commitment to traditional methods, including slow fermentation and long distillation in copper pot stills, creates whiskies of extraordinary depth and complexity. This 12-year expression, matured exclusively in refill casks, allows the distillery's fundamental character to shine without the influence of fresh wood, delivering an authentic taste of Lagavulin's maritime heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intense peat smoke, sea salt spray, medicinal iodine, charred driftwood, hints of vanilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Powerful maritime peat, black pepper, dark chocolate, seaweed, briny coastal minerals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, with lingering peat smoke, ashy embers, and oceanic salinity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIslay Single Malt Scotch Whisky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e56.5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e700ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLagavulin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIslay, Scotland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExclusively Refill Casks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStrength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural Cask Strength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContemplative Evening Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to unlock hidden complexities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhisky Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rare private collection bottling showcasing Lagavulin's uncompromising character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeat Enthusiasts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for those who appreciate the full intensity of Islay's maritime influence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Occasions:\u003c\/strong\u003e An exceptional dram for marking life's most meaningful moments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Lagavulin 12 Year Old taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLagavulin 12 Year Old delivers intense peat smoke and maritime character with powerful notes of sea salt, medicinal iodine, and charred wood. The natural cask strength amplifies the distillery's signature coastal intensity, while refill casks preserve the pure Lagavulin character without excessive wood influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I add water to Lagavulin 12 Year Old?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdding a few drops of water to this cask strength whisky is recommended to unlock its full complexity. The high ABV of 56.5% benefits from gentle dilution, which reveals hidden fruit notes and softens the intensity while maintaining the powerful peat character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this compare to regular Lagavulin 16?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the well-known Lagavulin 16, this 12-year expression is bottled at natural cask strength and matured exclusively in refill casks. This creates a more intense, unfiltered experience with greater proof and a purer expression of the distillery's maritime character, though with slightly less oak integration than the older expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Lagavulin 12 Year Old worth the investment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis private collection bottling represents exceptional value for serious whisky enthusiasts seeking authentic Islay character at cask strength. The exclusive refill cask maturation and natural strength bottling make this a rare expression that showcases Lagavulin's distillery character in its purest form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this Lagavulin special?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis expression is special because it's bottled at natural cask strength from exclusively refill casks, preserving the distillery's maritime character without fresh wood influence. Sourced from a private collection, it represents an uncompromising expression of Lagavulin's legendary Islay peat and coastal intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lagavulin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48918489956592,"sku":"L12YOISMSW","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0535\/6958\/5335\/files\/front_2397ece6-c341-42cc-ae0d-3369f410e6c5.jpg?v=1772169634","url":"https:\/\/huntsmanheritage.com\/products\/lagavulin-12-year-old-islay-single-malt-scotch-whisky","provider":"Huntsman Heritage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}