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.
Too much smoke for me... It seems antiseptic...
For the past hour and a half, I've had around 20mls each of Arbelour 15 double cask, Royal Salute 21, Glenfiddich 18, and Caol Ila 12 in that order. And I prefer this for the balance of sweetness and smokiness. And at a price that's far lower than the RS 21 and GF 18 too. Oh well, taste is subjective and to each his/her own. Cheers!
Laphroaig Quarter Cask was my favourite but without realising it I'm on my 4th half of the night and want another. No water no ice just let it sit in your mouth savour the smoky taste and enjoy.
Great stuff Love the smoky aftertaste Colour is just right as well
Odd tcp antiseptic taste. Quite nice with chocolate
