{"product_id":"lagavulin-12-year-old-special-release-2023-the-ink-of-legends-cask-strength-single-malt-scotch-whisky-700ml","title":"Lagavulin 12 Year Old Special Release 2023 'The Ink of Legends' Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700mL","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eLagavulin 12 Year Old Special Release 2023 'The Ink of Legends' Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700mL, 56.4% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e    Lagavulin 12 Year Old Special Release 2023, titled 'The Ink of Legends,' is a compelling cask strength single malt that embodies the bold, smoky essence for which Lagavulin is renowned. Bottled at a robust 56.4% ABV, this 700mL edition captures the untamed spirit of Islay, with deep, peaty flavors and a character as legendary as the ink that narrates epic tales. Crafted as part of the Lagavulin 12 Year Old Special Release, 'The Ink of Legends' offers an extraordinary tasting experience, where each sip reveals layers of complexity, depth, and power. This whisky is a must-have for those who appreciate the intense and intricate profile of a cask-strength Islay malt, making it a prized addition to any collection.  \u003cul\u003e   \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lagavulin\u003c\/li\u003e   \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky\u003c\/li\u003e   \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 Years\u003c\/li\u003e   \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700ml\u003c\/li\u003e   \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 56.4%\u003c\/li\u003e   \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease:\u003c\/strong\u003e Special Release 2023\u003c\/li\u003e   \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Islay, Scotland\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e  \u003cul\u003e   \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rich and smoky bouquet with pronounced peat, coastal brine, and notes of iodine, balanced by hints of citrus, vanilla, and sweet malt.\u003c\/li\u003e   \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and intense, featuring powerful flavors of smoky peat, seaweed, and black pepper, layered with undertones of lemon zest, honey, and oak.\u003c\/li\u003e   \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, warming, and deeply satisfying, with lingering notes of smoke, charred oak, and a touch of saline minerality, echoing the rugged coastline of Islay.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e  \u003cul\u003e   \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask Strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled at a commanding 56.4% ABV, delivering an unfiltered, full-throttle flavor experience that showcases the true essence of Lagavulin.\u003c\/li\u003e   \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Release:\u003c\/strong\u003e Part of the Lagavulin 12 Year Old Special Release, 'The Ink of Legends' is a limited edition that celebrates Lagavulin’s storied heritage and Islay’s legendary peat.\u003c\/li\u003e   \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIslay Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e A quintessential Islay malt, offering an intense smoky profile with maritime influences that true peat lovers will relish.\u003c\/li\u003e   \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Enjoyment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to reveal its complexities, perfect for slow sipping and savoring.\u003c\/li\u003e   \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollector’s Item:\u003c\/strong\u003e A highly coveted release with unique packaging that reflects the legendary theme, making it a standout addition to any whisky collection.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"product-block\"\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e    \u003cem\u003e\"Very pale and peaty, with lime zest, smoked lemon, green gooseberry, brine, and cooked agave aromas, the smoke and tequila cask notes are well-balanced, sharp, and invigorating. Lime, agave, caramel, and vanilla sweetness, with smoke on the back of the palate, cooked plum fruitiness, and a growing sense of minerality, green herbal notes, and zesty lime. 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