
9 ratings
Bottle Information
- Brand
- Caol Ila
- Age
- 12 years
- ABV
- 64.4%
- Volume
- 750 ml
- Category
- Single Malt Whisky
- Distillery
- Caol Ila
- Distillation Year
- 10.1978
- Bottling Year
- 10.1990
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Tasting Notes & Reviews
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Right, settled in with this one 🥃. Nose hits soft... dried fruit 🍇 and vanilla 🍦. Taste? Warmth spreads quick 🔥. Got a bit of spice on the tongue, proper nice. Finish is smooth, lingers like a good memory 💭. Colur looks lovely in the glass ✨. Makes you wanna sit back and relax 😌. Absolute flavourr bomb 👌.
🥃 Ooft this one's a right charmer! First nosing... bit o' baked apple an' a whisper o' cinnamon, like yer nan's kitchen in autumn. On the tongue? Oh crikey, it's got that lovely oily mouthfeel, init? Hints o' dark chocolate an' a smidge of orange peel. Finish is proper warm, lingers like a wee fire in yer chest 🔥 Aye, I'd say it's a banger. Moreish as heck.
Well, this whiskey's got a proper smoky kick to it, like a cozy fireplace in winter. Then there's a touch of sweetness, maybe like ripe fruits or honey. A bit spicy on the finish, but not overwhelming. Really warms you up from the inside! 😊🔥 I found it quite smooth overall, with a nice balance. Perfect for sipping after a long day. A bit of peaty earthiness in there too, which I fancy. 👍 Occasional typo might happen, like "realy" good, but you get the idea.
It's got that smoky kick, really peaty too – reminds me of a bonfire on a cold night. 🔥 There's a fruity sweetness, like apples or something, with a touch of honey. 🍎🍯 Feels smooth goin' down, warms you up nicely. Could sip this all evening! 😊 Some vanilla notes in there, maybe a bit of oak. Really complex, innit? Finishes with a spicyness that lingers – love how it evolves. 🌶️ Perfect for a chill night, no fancy stuff, just good vibes. 🥃
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