{"product_id":"lagavulin-12-year-single-malt-scotch-whisky-special-release-2025","title":"Lagavulin 12 Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky Special Release 2025 750mL","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"746\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"422\"\u003eLagavulin 12 Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky Special Release 2025 750mL\u003c\/strong\u003e is a highly anticipated annual bottling that showcases Lagavulin’s iconic Islay peat in its most powerful and uncompromising form. Released as part of Diageo’s prestigious Special Releases collection, this 12-year-old single malt is bottled at natural cask strength, delivering raw intensity, depth, and maritime character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"1172\"\u003eExplosive and commanding, this 2025 Special Release reveals bold layers of \u003cstrong data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"943\"\u003edense peat smoke, sea spray, iodine, citrus zest, green apple, malt sweetness, cracked black pepper, and charred oak\u003c\/strong\u003e. The elevated proof enhances texture and complexity, leading to a long, bracing finish packed with smoke, spice, and coastal salinity. Crafted for peat lovers and collectors, this release is best enjoyed slowly and deliberately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intense peat smoke, sea salt, citrus peel, medicinal notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smoky malt, lemon zest, green apple, black pepper, charred oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, powerful, intensely smoky with lingering citrus, spice, and maritime character\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1458\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1471\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1471\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1505\"\u003e• Is this a limited release?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1508\"\u003eYes — it is part of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003e2025 Diageo Special Releases\u003c\/strong\u003e, produced in limited quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003e• Is it bottled at cask strength?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003eYes — it is bottled at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003enatural cask strength\u003c\/strong\u003e with no chill filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e• Is this heavily peated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1747\"\u003eAbsolutely — it delivers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1804\"\u003eclassic Lagavulin peat smoke\u003c\/strong\u003e at maximum intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1857\"\u003e• Is it good for sipping?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1857\" data-end=\"1860\"\u003eYes — best enjoyed \u003cstrong data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003eneat\u003c\/strong\u003e or with a few drops of water to open the aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"2074\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003e• How does it compare to Lagavulin 16 Year?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003eThe 12 Year is \u003cstrong data-start=\"2003\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003eyounger, bolder, smokier, and more aggressive\u003c\/strong\u003e, with less sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2163\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003e• What is the ABV?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003eBottled at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2129\"\u003ecask strength\u003c\/strong\u003e, with exact ABV varying by batch.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lagavulin Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42160715104359,"sku":"088076190610","price":169.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/2929\/1879\/files\/Lagavulin_12_Year_Single_Malt_Scotch_Whisky_Special_Release_2025.webp?v=1770194108","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyshelf.com\/products\/lagavulin-12-year-single-malt-scotch-whisky-special-release-2025","provider":"Whiskey Shelf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}