Name: Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory)
Brand: Caol Ila
Price: 52.95 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) is characterised by Smokey, Sherried, Cooked Fruit, Oily, Medicinal notes. Caol Ila's peat is tempered by sherry influence from oloroso casks in this 13-year-old, bottled at cask strength (57.1% ABV) without chill filtration by Signatory. The result is a powerful yet balanced Islay expression where smoke, fruit, and coastal character remain distinct.

Question 2

Is Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 70/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) has some sweetness (55/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke and high ABV (57.1%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) costs £52.95 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 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 57.1% ABV, Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) 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 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory)?

Accepted Answer

Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) 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 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) — 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 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) 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 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) similar to The Big Smoke 46?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) and The Big Smoke 46 share a similar flavour profile (Smokey, Oily) and are in a similar price range. The Big Smoke 46 costs £34.3 vs £52.95 for Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory).

Question 11

Is Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) similar to Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) and Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Cooked Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish costs £64.9 vs £52.95 for Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory).

Question 12

How does Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) compare to Elijah Craig Straight Rye?

Accepted Answer

Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) and Elijah Craig Straight Rye are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) is bold and smoky, while Elijah Craig Straight Rye is known for Toasted, Vanilla, Honey notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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