To a Lagavulin at its most vigorous, delicious to drink and full of distillery character, the tequila finishing casks have brought indelible layers of bright, herbal smoke and dark plum fruit.
Lagavulin Distillery, Port Ellen, Islay
Whisky - Single Malt Scotch
After opening, store in a cool and dry place.
United Kingdom
Introducing Lagavulin 12 Year Old Special Releases 2023 Single Malt Scotch Whisky bottled at natural cask strength - Thick wisps of aromatic herbal smoke honour the ancient art of tattooing, clouds that slowly disperse in whispers of stories. The sweet scent of ripe plums lingers, as smoky black ink etches an outline of illustrious past generations ascending to legendary heights. Each work of art is a map of historic victories, imprinted on a living canvas. Inspired by the spirit of intensity and pride that shines through a Lagavulin history more than 200 years long, our Malt Master explores the famed symbols of the ancient Mesoamerican art of tattoo, rich in story and significance. The whisky, finished in Don Julio Añejo tequila casks, pulses with herbal flavours ancient and modern, engraving an indelible story. Amid fierce glints of gold, fresh notes of sea air, citrus and ripened berries mingle with intense herbal smoke in an enchanted swirl of heady aromas, while the creamy-smooth and robust texture plays the perfect canvas to a rich palette of swirling flavours. Sweet with juicy plums and a hint of saltiness, then ever more herbal and smokier, the flavours deep-etch their impression for a lip-tingling whisky of legends.
Data sheet
Specific References
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| Abv | 40% | |
| Size | 70 cl |
| country of origin | Ireland |
| alcohol % | 43 % |
| taste | rich fruit and mellow wine notes with distinctive rosy tint |
| available sizes | 70 cl |
| single malt |
Every year since 2001, a limited collection of exquisitely crafted Scotch Whisky original bottlings in their natural cask strength see the light of day
This remarkable Lagavulin The Ink of Legends Single Malt has had 12 years of maturation. Throughout its maturation, it was aged exclusively in Don Julio Añejo Tequila Casks. This unique choice of casks has given the whisky a very special flavor dimension, as it has absorbed the subtle but complex nuances of tequila. The distillery has chosen to leave this Limited Edition in its natural form, bottling it at natural cask strength at 56.4% by volume.
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| Abv | 40% | |
| Size | 70 cl |
| Nose | Slightly savoury with a hint of Parma violets. At the same time, the wonderful nutty aroma of toasted seeds, caramel brittle and chocolate covered peanut. |
| Abv | 40% |
| Size | 70 cl |
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| Abv | 40% | |
| Size | 70 cl |
Introducing Oban 11 Year Old Special Releases 2023 Single Malt Scotch Whisky bottled at natural cask strength - Vivid energy and a vibrant mix of Caribbean cultures collide in a roar of jubilation, amid a euphoric atmosphere. Bright colours burst forth to the parading beat of steel drums. Celebrating the passionate soul of the Caribbean, spinning Soca dancers lift their faces to the tropical sun, exuberant and radiant in the exotic sea air. Inspired by the merging of rhythms in the beating heart of calypso, our Malt Master finished this lively Oban expression in Caribbean Pot Still rum casks. The vibrant combination evokes unexpected tropical notes of sugar cane and mango, which build on Oban’s own clever fusion of the Highland and Island styles.
Gift set includes:
3 x 50ml miniature bottles
The Irishman Caribbean Cask Finish: A unique marriage of Single Malt and Single Pot Still triple distilled whiskey. Bottled at 46% abv.
The Irishman ‘The Harvest’ Single Malt & Single Pot Still: Previously known as Founder’s Reserve, the Harvest is a unique marriage of single Malt and Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey. Triple Distilled, matured in American Oak Bourbon barrels, and crafted from a mash bill made entirely of Irish barley. Zesty spice alongside a fruity sweetness. Bottled at 40% abv.
The Irishman Single Malt: This triple-distilled Single Malt was matured in American Oak Bourbon and European Oak Oloroso Sherry casks. Bottled at 40% abv.
Nose Nectarine, honeydew melon, buttered brown bread.
Palate Custard cream biscuits dunked in tea, cinnamon sticks, peppercorn, and lemon cheesecake.
Finish More biscuit notes, with a touch of anise
| Type | Single Malt Whiskey | |
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| Aroma | Caramel notes with honey and a little ginger. | |
| Taste | Full-bodied with fudge, toffee, honey and spice flavours. | |
| Maturation | Bourbon barrels |
Introducing Talisker Special Release 2023 Single Malt Scotch Whisky bottled at natural cask strength – A surge of warmth rises through the current, radiating a sweet, charred undertone. The crash of sea-salt spray against the ship’s bow relights the fire of exploration in determined sailors. Against an unforgiving sea the caravel, an iconic Portuguese sea vessel, forges on, braving harsh elements to reach the farthest corners of the earth.
