Caol Ila 2009 9 Years Single Malt Whisky

Caol Ila 2009 NSS

Caol Ila

Islay · United Kingdom

3.2
★★★

9 ratings

Bottle Information

Age
9 years
ABV
51.8%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Caol Ila
Distillation Year
2009
Bottling Year
2019
Cask Types
Sherry Finish

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Recent history

Lowest Price:€68.47(2024-02-28)

Tasting Notes & Reviews

Expert analysis and tasting impressions

1#1

Right then, gave this a wee nosing 👃 First thing that hits you is a waft of toffee n' vanila, almost like a sticky pudding. Bit of dark choclate sneakin' in, maybe a handful of dried orchard fruits. On the pallet it’s silky smooth 🍯, proper oily coating. Quick flash of oaky spice, then black pepper and a gentle smoulder of smokey peat at the back. Finish sticks around – nutty, a touch of citrus zest, and that warm kick stays for ages. Cracking dram, that 🥃😋

2#2

Ah, this one's got a lovely warmth to it right from the start 🥃 First sip, you get this beautiful honey sweetness, almost like golden syrup on toast. Then it opens up - bit of dried fruit, maybe some dark chocolate coming through. The finish is where it really shines though. Long and warming, with a gentle smokiness that lingers without being overpowering. Bit of vanilla and oak at the end 🌳 Deffo one of those you want to savour slowly on a chilly evening. Goes down proper smooth, not harsh at all. Would pair nicely with a good cheese board, methinks. Theres a subtle spice note that develops as it sits in the glass - cinnamon maybe? Or nutmeg? Cant quite put my finger on it but its lovely 👌 The mouthfeel is quite rich and coating, realy satisfying stuff. Not too heavy but definitley not thin either. Wud reccommend letting it breathe for a few mins before diving in. Makes a world of difference 🥃✨

3#3

This whisky's got a real nice smoky vibe, like ur sitting by a fire. 🍂 Then there's this sweet, fruity thing going on – maybe sum berrys? 😋 Oh, and a hint of chocolate or sumthing. It's smoov, goes down easy. 👌 P.S. The finish is long and warming. 🔥

4#4

Ah, this whisky's got a lovely warmth, like honey and smoke on the tounge. 🥃 Tastes of dried fruits and a hint of spice, but sometimes I get a bit of oak too. Might be a bit rough round the edges, but that's the charn, innit? 😊 The finish lingers, with a touch of vanilla and a sorta peaty vibe. 🍂

5#5

Right, so I had a dram last night... Nose was all smoky peat, a bit of apple maybe? 🍎 Tasted proper warming, like cinnamon and orange peel. Had this long, woody finish that just kinda... lingered, you know? Reminded me of a bonfire in autumn. 🍂 Quite bold, not shy at all. 👍

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