Caol Ila Connoisseurs Choice - Cask Strength 1984 33 Years Single Malt Whisky

Caol Ila 1984 GM

Caol Ila

Islay · United Kingdom

3.7
★★★½

10 ratings

Bottle Information

Age
33 years
ABV
52.8%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Caol Ila
Distillation Year
11.12.1984
Bottling Year
03.07.2018
Cask Types
Refill Sherry Hogshead

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Lowest Price:€1,741.11(2024-08-30)

Tasting Notes & Reviews

Expert analysis and tasting impressions

1#1

Right then, just poured a wee dram 🥃. Nose is proper lovely, got that sherry hint definetly. Maybe some cinnamon too? 🍂 Palate warms you up inside. Sweet like vanilla but with a kick o' oak 🪵. Finish lingers abit too long but in a good way. Feels like sitting by the fire. Proper comforting on a rainy evening. Cheers! 🍻

2#2

Hmm, nice one this. First sip you get this warm, toffee-ish thing, like a bit of butterscotch melting. 🍯 Then there's a little zing of spice, just a whisper, mind. Actually, feels proper autumnal, you know? Like sitting by the fire. Maybe a touch of dried apple in there, and something malty, like proper bread crust. Not too heavy though, quite smooth goin' down. 👍

3#3

This whisky's got a real nice warmth to it. Starts off with some fruity vibes, like apples or pears, then a bit of smoke creeps in. 🍎💨 Smooth finish, just lovely on a chilly day. Got hints of vanilla too, if you ask me. 👍 A proper treat for the senses!

4#4

Nose: Get some lovely smoke and honey, maybe a bit of dried fruit too 🍯 Palate: Really creamy, vanilla and a touch of spice comin through. Oak's definately there 🌳 Finish: Warm and lingerin, that malty sweetness stays with ya Proper nice dram that, perfect for a wee nightcap 🥃✨

5#5

Colour: deep amber, like cherry wood mixed with dark honey 🍯 Aroma: wow, toasted oak and vanilla hit you straight away... then some dried fruits, figs maybe? A hint of cinnamon bark. Palate: malty and full-bodied. Rich caramel sweetness, then that lovely smoky note comes through – not too heavy, just enough. Some nuts and a bit of dark chocolate 🍫 there too. Finish: long, warming. Lingering spice and a touch of that honey sweetness again. Really satisfying. *The smokiness is perfectly balanced, not overpowering at all. Favourite dram for a chilly evening.*

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