4 ratings
Bottle Information
- Brand
- Caol Ila
- Age
- 28 years
- ABV
- 54.9%
- Volume
- 700 ml
- Category
- Single Malt Whisky
- Distillery
- Caol Ila
- Distillation Year
- 1983
- Bottling Year
- 2011
- Cask Types
- Refill Hogshead
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Tasting Notes & Reviews
Expert analysis and tasting impressions
Right, so the nose... 🥃 got this kinda earthy, woody thing going on, with a bit of smoky char? Like, you smell it and get this warm, leathery vibe. On the palate, it's proper oily. 🍯 Honey and some nutty notes come thru, with a bit of cinnamon spice. There's a fruity sweetness in there too, maybe like baked apples? The finish is long, mate. 😌 Warm and a bit drying, with that woody oak taste lingering. Quite satisfying, really.
Ah, this whiskey's got a lovely nose – a bit smoky with some vanilla hints. 🥃 Taste-wise, it's real smooth and sweet, like ripe apples and a touch of honey. The mouthfeel is silky smoth, no harsh edges at all. Finish is warm and lingering, with a faint spicy kick. Really makes ya feel cozy on a damp British evenin'. 😊 Sometimes I get a whiff of oak too. Top notch stuff!
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