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.
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Quite enjoyed it, pretty much what I’d expect from a 12 year old Islay single malt.
The worst single malt whiskey I’ve ever tasted. I have generally enjoyed most 12 year old single malts. Each have their own characteristic tastes but from the first taste of this one it did not feel right. I kept trying for a week to see if I could get used to it but each time it was definitely not agreeable.
Extremely disappointed, a pleasant enough whiskey but doesn’t, in my opinion have the characteristics of an Islay SM and could very easily be confused with a cheap supermarket blend. Will stick to Laphroaig for true peaty Smokey loveliness
Lovely and light, peaty and smokey without going too far - nice drop.
I'm relatively new to whisky but cut my teeth on Laphroaig and Lagavulin 16. I concluded that I didn't like smoky whiskies until, that is, I tried this! This is so amazingly smooth, with those lovely peaty and smoky flavours but without being overpowering. Such a lovely drink and, at this price, a real bargain.
