Caol Ila 1968 50 Years Single Malt Whisky

Caol Ila 1968 GM

Caol Ila

Islay · United Kingdom

3.4
★★★

6 ratings

Bottle Information

Age
50 years
ABV
52.5%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Caol Ila
Distillation Year
21.03.1968
Bottling Year
06.07.2018
Cask Types
Refill Sherry Hogshead

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Lowest Price:€9,854.79(2024-02-28)

Tasting Notes & Reviews

Expert analysis and tasting impressions

1#1

Smoky, peaty, proper bonfire vibes 🏕️! Tastes of dark honey 🍯 and a bit of leather. Really warms ye up from the inside. Aye, it's a bold one. Hints of salt and maybe some dried fruit? Goes down smooth tho. A solid sipper for a cold night.

2#2

Aye, it’s a proper wee dram, innit? 🥃 Right, so… it hits ya with a kinda… oaty, syrupy sweetness at first. Then there’s a bit of citrus peel, lemony like, that lifts it. Underneath, there’s this warm, herbal thing – maybe thyme or rosemary? 🌿 It’s got a nice, chewy mouthfeel. Not too heavy, just… comforting. The finish is medium, with that oatmeal and a touch of nutmeg or clove coming through. Makes ya think of a cozy kitchen, that sort of vibe. Warm. Familiar, but a bit special at the same time. Quite nice, really. 👍

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