Lagavulin 12 years Fireside Tales - Special Release 2024

Lagavulin 12 years Fireside Tales - Special Release 2024 is a unique expression of the iconic Islay distillery Lagavulin. Bottled at cask strength, this single malt whisky offers an intense, robust flavour characteristic of Lagavulin. Fireside Tales is inspired by the atmosphere of a crackling fire by the sea, a whisky that tells the story of Islay's smoky character with a layered complexity.

Tasting note

Nose

On the nose, Lagavulin 12 years Fireside Tales offers deep aromas of peat smoke, sea salt and burnt charcoal, combined with hints of citrus and a touch of vanilla.

Taste

On the palate, a powerful flavour unfolds with notes of toasted oak, dark chocolate, iodine and ash, balanced with subtle sweetness of honey and a hint of lemon.

Finish

The finish is long and warming, with lingering smoke, black pepper and a slight mineral touch. A whisky for lovers of intensely smoky Islay expressions, Fireside Tales embodies the rugged charm of Lagavulin.

Lagavulin Distillery

Lagavulin Distillery is located on the south coast of the island of Islay, overlooking the rugged coastline and Lagavulin Bay. Founded in 1816 by John Johnston, the distillery has built a rich history and a strong reputation as one of the most iconic Islay distilleries.

A specific feature of Lagavulin is the intense peat smoke that gives its whiskies a deep smoky character. The distillery is known for its slow distillation process in traditional copper pot stills, which creates a rich and complex flavour profile. The whisky is mainly matured in ex-bourbon casks and European oak sherry casks, which contributes to the full and layered flavours.

Lagavulin whiskies are loved for their powerful aromas of smoke, seaweed, salt, vanilla and dried fruit. The long, warm finish and perfect balance between smoke and sweetness make Lagavulin a favourite among whisky lovers. The combination of traditional methods, a unique location and a distinctive flavour profile makes Lagavulin an iconic name in the world of single malt whisky.

What others say about it

Serge Valentin has given this Lagavulin a nice tasting note with a very high score. "This takes me back to my preferred style".

Read his entire tasting note here.