Name: Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Brand: Caol Ila
Price: 52.22 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) is characterised by Smokey, Sherried, Medicinal, Dried Fruit notes. Murray McDavid's 2023 release of this five-year-old Caol Ila completes its maturation in Madeira cask, adding wine-influenced notes to Islay's characteristic smoke and maritime character. Only 327 bottles were produced.

Question 2

Is Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 70/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) has some sweetness (55/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke and high ABV (58.1%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) costs £52.22 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 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 58.1% ABV, Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) 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 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)?

Accepted Answer

Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) 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 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) — 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 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) 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 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) similar to Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) and Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Dried Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) costs £60.45 vs £52.22 for Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid).

Question 11

Is Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) similar to Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) and Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky share a similar flavour profile (Sherried) and are in a similar price range. Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky costs £62.95 vs £52.22 for Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid).

Question 12

How does Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) compare to Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)?

Accepted Answer

Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) and Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) is bold and smoky, while Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is known for Oily, Leathery, Honey notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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