Caol Ila 25 Year Old
- Distillery
- Caol Ila
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 43%
- Age
- 25 years
- Price
- £299
- Community rating
- 4.18 / 5 (11 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Citric, Honey, Fresh Fruit, Smokey
- Description
- 25 years, quite the age. Packed with 'Citric' and 'Smokey' tones. At 43% ABV, it's not the strongest out there. But at £299, it's either a heritage sip or a wallet reach.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Caol Ila 25 Year Old is a 25-year-old single malt from Caol Ila (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 43% ABV. Holds a 4.2/5 community rating. Expect intensely smoky, vibrant and fruity and sweet character — citric, honey, fresh fruit, smokey. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
25 years, quite the age. Packed with 'Citric' and 'Smokey' tones. At 43% ABV, it's not the strongest out there. But at £299, it's either a heritage sip or a wallet reach.
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