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Our Fiercest and Smokiest Scotch The King of Islay From Exclusively Refill Casks Natural Cask Strength The Lion's Fire As our fable goes, The King of Islay, seen upon the crest of Lagavulin, was no ordinary feline but a lion rampant who prawled the grounds of an Islay castle, a fresh victor, intense in power and pride. This brooding and battle-worn beast won its crown through flame and ferocity -- and came to represent one of Scotland's most fiery distilleries. From Islay's history of fierce competition emerges a taste triumphant. One of the oldest distilleries on the island. Lagavulin's eraly leader James Logan Mackie, known as "Restless Pete," were renowned for going the extra mile in the name of achieving powerful flavor. That tenacious spirit can be tasted in every sip of this legendary dram. Deceptive with its inviting golden hue, at first taste this rare beast growls gently, teasing with lemon, salty-sweetness and roasted tea. Intense blackened wood stalks the palate before a long, rich and drying finish, roaring with chilli pepper and great waves of smoke. A classic Lagavulin 12, striking in every way: The King of Islay, in his prime.
| Alcohol by Volume | 56.5% |
| Country of Origin | Scotland |
| Region | Islay |
| UPC | 088076186118 |
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Critic reviews and blind-tasting competition results for the 2021 release.
These reviews and medals are for the 2021 release. We also sell 2022 at 114.6 proof ($299.96), 2023 at 112.8 proof ($299.96), and 2024 at 114.8 proof ($299.96).
The nose is what it must be like to smell seaweed cooked in a beach bonfire that's been slathered with fresh butter. … carrying through to a somewhat sweet-savory and peaty finish that's slightly hot, but satisfying.
How strongly each flavor family shows up across 3 notes from 2 publications, all for the 2021 release, weighted by source.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old Cask Strength against other Scotch whiskies we carry. Closer dots taste more alike.
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Flavor scores are our estimates. A flavor scores higher when more critics mention it and when they describe it more strongly, so no single review sets the result. They are not a rating from any publication.