Caol Ila 12 Year Old
- Distillery
- Caol Ila
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 43%
- Age
- 12 years
- Price
- £53.9
- Community rating
- 4.25 / 5 (205 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Medicinal, Oily, Cooked Mash, Toasted
- Description
- With a 4.25 rating from 205 reviews, Caol Ila's 12-year-old single malt promises consistency in its 'Smokey' profile. At £53.9, the 'Medicinal' and 'Oily' tags could complement an adventurous palate.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Caol Ila 12 Year Old is a 12-year-old single malt from Caol Ila (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 43% ABV. Rated 4.2/5 by the community. Expect intensely smoky, peaty and oaky character — smokey, medicinal, oily, cooked mash. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. Good value for the quality offered.
With a 4.25 rating from 205 reviews, Caol Ila's 12-year-old single malt promises consistency in its 'Smokey' profile. At £53.9, the 'Medicinal' and 'Oily' tags could complement an adventurous palate.
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