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.
One of my favs. Bottle has ran out due to being my 'go to' bottle in the cabinet.
My favourite of all whiskies. Can't explain it, but there is something very special in the taste that I really enjoy. THE whisky for me.
This is an absolutely wonderful Islay scotch. It's not Lagavulin 16 (which is my personal favourite scotch), but it's much cheaper here in Canada than Lagavulin. Lovely peat, smoke, hints of toffee and some nice brine on the finish. Definitely worth your time.
To all those that say it tastes like turpentine or tcp whatever. Stick to alcopops as clearly you have no idea about good whisky.
Love this one!!, great peat plus a fruity note.
