Name: Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009
Brand: Caol Ila
Price: 499.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 taste like?

Accepted Answer

Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 is characterised by Smokey, Sherried, Medicinal, Leathery, Citric notes. Caol Ila 1996 aged for 12 years in European oak sherry cask 19313, selected for the 2009 Fèis Ìle festival. A rare single-cask release capturing Islay's signature peat and brine through the lens of wood-driven complexity.

Question 2

Is Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 70/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 sweet?

Accepted Answer

Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 has some sweetness (60/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke and high ABV (58%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 costs £499 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 58% ABV, Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Try it neat first, then add water gradually.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009?

Accepted Answer

Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 pairs well with smoked salmon, oysters, dark chocolate, aged cheddar, and chargrilled meats. The smoky, peaty character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the complex peat smoke and full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009?

Accepted Answer

Serve Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 similar to Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 and Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) share a similar flavour profile (Sherried) and are in a similar price range. Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) costs £395 vs £499 for Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009.

Question 11

Is Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 similar to Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 and Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) share a similar flavour profile (Smokey, Sherried, Medicinal) and are in a similar price range. Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) costs £399 vs £499 for Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009.

Question 12

How does Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 compare to Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts?

Accepted Answer

Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 and Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Caol Ila 1996 (cask 19313) - Fèis Ìle 2009 is bold and smoky, while Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is known for Hay-like, Leafy, Malt Extract notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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