An Islay classic that we will never get enough of. Caol Ila 12 year old is the entry-level bottling from the Caol Ila distillery, launched in June of 2002. Caol Ila is the largest of the Islay distilleries by output and so it’s a favourite of brands, independent bottlers, and blends like Johnnie Walker.
Caol Ila 12 Year Old appeals to connoisseurs while also making the perfect entry to the world of peated whisky for newcomers, with its beautifully measured and mellow smokiness and a rich array of seaside flavours. It’s a serial award-winner that works great in cocktails (we recommend a smoky Highball), as well as being a good whisky to pair with salty and savoury foods.
Fresh, herbal. Rubbed peppermint leaves, stemmy, damp grass, smoky. Oily, cigar leaves, smoked ham, hickory. Lemon peels at the harbour.
Good body, oily, tar, elegant smoke. Hints of boiled sweets.
Long, peppery, spicy warmth, smoke.
Delicate phenol notes, ash, sweetened dry fruit with a seaside breeze on the nose. The finish is long and lasting on the palate. I want more. Heaven sent!
Those that don't like peat or complexity in their Scotch should stick to a blended with ice and soda. That way they will avoid the feeling they are in biology lab. Maybe throw in some ice cubes too. Lol .
A delicious infusion of peat, dried fruits and sea salt to give this nectar a sliky sweetness with a hint of smoke in the background. Perfect scotch with a nice cigar!
Formaldehyde smell!! I distinctly remember that smell from High School biology when dissecting a cat! Taste is Turpentine, just like another reviewer mentioned. Had Glenlivet 12, had Glenfarclas 17, both are great. This was cheap bathtub swill!
This is not going to be helpful but I was having a glass while smoking a Cuban on my birthday- all was well in the world. It was smooth and smoky and unctuous. Loved it
