Lagavulin 12 Year (2018 Special Release)
Single Malt
Lagavulin // Islay, Scotland
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jonwilkinson7309
Reviewed August 13, 2019 (edited May 4, 2020)I've never seen a bottle of the 12 in the wild, but I'm planning to start scouring once the Diageo releases the 2019 bottles, as recently announced. In the meantime, I had the opportunity to try the 2018 at the wonderful Flatiron Room in Manhattan. I love both the 16 and 8, and I was curious to see which one the 12 was more like. After tasting it, I say that it about equally similar to both. Like the 8, it is a bit rowdy, with a strong but controlled amount of ethanol (due to the youth of the 8 and the higher proof of the 12) It also shares some of the lighter notes of the 8. But it also has a richness and fullness similar to the 16. A very nice dram overall, and one that I think will be enjoyable for fans of either the 8 or 16.The Flatiron Room -
Dcphoto
Reviewed August 8, 2019 (edited December 9, 2019)Taste similar to 16y, but all flavors are dialed up more intense cause of higher ABV. definitely better with a bit of water to smooth it out.160.0 CAD per Bottle -
cloydjason
Reviewed April 6, 2019 (edited November 16, 2020)Lagavulin is the distillery that keeps on giving. I currently have the Lagavulin 16, 8, and Distillers Edition, with this being the most recent addition to this collection. And I can honestly say that this is probably the best offering that I’ve had from Lagavulin. On the nose it has everything you’d expect from Lagavulin from the dark citrus notes to the light and fresh smoke. But the interplay between these is incredible. On the palate, there is some oil that gives you a punch, but overall it is relatively smooth. The flavors that reveal themselves include orange peel, brine, seaweed, and playful smokiness. The finish is long and inviting. This is quite expensive compared to other offerings from Lagavulin, but in my opinion it’s worth the money for an experience such as this one.140.0 USD per Bottle
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