Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2012 - Distilleries of Great Britain & Ireland (James Eadie)
- Distillery
- Caol Ila
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 52.3%
- Age
- 12 years
- Price
- £72.95
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Medicinal, Oily, Fresh Fruit
- Description
- Islay's maritime climate is the backdrop for Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2012, an intriguing single malt from James Eadie. Tagged as 'Smokey' and 'Medicinal', it adds notes of 'Oily' and 'Fresh Fruit', offering a multifaceted palate. At £72.95, it might be worth discovering a classic Islay expression.
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Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2012 - Distilleries of Great Britain & Ireland (James Eadie) is a 12-year-old single malt from Caol Ila (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 52.3% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, intensely smoky and peaty character — smokey, medicinal, oily, fresh fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
Islay's maritime climate is the backdrop for Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2012, an intriguing single malt from James Eadie. Tagged as 'Smokey' and 'Medicinal', it adds notes of 'Oily' and 'Fresh Fruit', offering a multifaceted palate. At £72.95, it might be worth discovering a classic Islay expression.
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