Appearance * Bright gold. Nose * Intense peat smoke. * Coastal sea salt and iodine. * Fresh citrus (lemon and lime zest). * Green herbs and agave notes. * Vanilla, light oak, and ripe stone fruits. Palate * Full-bodied and powerful. * Rich peat smoke with charred wood. * Sweet malt balanced by citrus freshness. * Pepper, ginger, and herbal spices. * Hints of tropical fruit and cooked agave from the Don Julio Añejo cask finish. Finish * Long and warming. * Lingering smoke and ash. * Salty maritime character. * Dry oak, black pepper, and a touch of sweetness. Overall profile * Smoky: ★★★★★ * Peaty: ★★★★★ * Sweet: ★★☆☆☆ * Fruity: ★★★☆☆ * Spicy: ★★★★☆ * Maritime: ★★★★★ ABV: 56.4% (Cask Strength) This release combines Lagavulin’s signature powerful Islay peat with an unusual finish in Don Julio Añejo tequila casks, adding brighter citrus, herbal, and agave-driven notes while preserving the distillery’s classic smoky character.