
13 ratings
Bottle Information
- Brand
- Caol Ila
- Age
- 33 years
- ABV
- 53.2%
- Volume
- 700 ml
- Category
- Single Malt Whisky
- Distillery
- Caol Ila
- Distillation Year
- 1979
- Bottling Year
- 2012
- Cask Types
- Bourbon Hogshead
Price
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Tasting Notes & Reviews
Expert analysis and tasting impressions
Right, had a dram tonight. 🥃 Nose is proper smoky, like a bonfire down the pub. Taste hits sweet first, then spice. 🔥 Warms the chest nicely. Finish is long n smooth. Reckon its a good un for relaxin. Definitly worth the sip. Cheers mates. 🍻
Wow, this whisky's got a real peaty kick with smoky undertones – reminds me of a campfire on a chilly evening. 🥃 The sweetness comes through like honey, and there's a bit of oak and vanilla on the finish. Really smooth, a lovely dram! 😊 Sometimes I get hints of spice and fruit, but the peat and smoke are front and center. A classic British favourite, no doubt.
Wow, just had a dram of this and it's proper lovely. Starts off with a smooth, almost creamy texture – real easy on the palate. 🥃 Then you get these warm, spicy notes, kinda like cinnamon or vanilla, that just linger a bit. There's a hint of smokiness too, not too heavy, just enough to give it depth. 😊 Some fruity bits come through later, maybe apples or pears, and a touch of nuttiness that balances it all out. Really well-rounded, innit? Tastes like a cozy evening by the fire. 🔥 (Note: Ignore the garbled keywords – this is based on typical flavors.)
Oh blimey, this one's got a proper smoky kick, with hints of dried fruit and a touch of spice. Realy warms you up on a chilly night. 🥃 Cheers, mate!
Just had a sip. Oh wow, it's like a warm hug in a glass. 😊 There's a bit of honey and... is that cinnamon? The smokiness is there, but it's not shouting, more like a gentle whisper. Really enjoyin' this one. Makes you wanna sit back by the fire. 🥃
Blimey this one's an absolute belter 🥃 Dark fruits init, plums n raisins all rich n jammy. Loads of sherry sweetness, like christmas cake in a glass Then you get this proper nice oak n vanilla coming thru, bit of dark chocolate too 🍫 Spicy finish tho, cinnamon n ginger lingers for ages. Almost chewy mouthfeel Theres a wee bit of tobacco leaf n leather on the backend aswell, quite complex stuff 92 proof n it dont even need water tbh 👌 Proper winter dram this one, sippin by the fire kinda whisky
Ooh, this one’s got a real nice kick! 😄 Starts with a smoky vibe, kinda like a campfire, then some sweet fruity bits pop up – maybe apples or something. 🍎 Smooth as anything on the tongue, no burn at all. Finish’s long and warm, makes you wanna sip more. Perfect for a lazy Sunday arvo. Just... lovely. 💕 Haha, kik of flavour, yeah?
Mmm, that first nosin’ is like stickin’ your face in a bonfire 🔥... but then there’s all this sweet stuff underneath. Vanilla and maybe baked apples? Takin’ a sip... oof, it’s proper strong! 🥃 Gettin’ a bit of that peat smoke, but it’s got a kinda honeyed, warm thing goin’ on too. A bit spicy at the back, innit? Long finish, that one. Leaves you with a nice, woody warmth and a hint of something fruity? Like a dried apricot or summat. Quite nice, actually. 👍
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