Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1979 - Old & Rare Platinum (Douglas Laing)
- Distillery
- Caol Ila
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 54.6%
- Age
- 28 years
- Price
- £699.95
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Medicinal, Old Wood
- Description
- 28 years of age from Caol Ila seems to demand attention. At 54.6% ABV, it's medicinal and old wood-laden, but that price—£699.95—one might hesitate.
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Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1979 - Old & Rare Platinum (Douglas Laing) is a 28-year-old single malt from Caol Ila (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 54.6% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, heavily oaked and peaty character — smokey, medicinal, old wood. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
28 years of age from Caol Ila seems to demand attention. At 54.6% ABV, it's medicinal and old wood-laden, but that price—£699.95—one might hesitate.
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