Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2006)
- Distillery
- Caol Ila
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 59.8%
- Age
- 8 years
- Price
- £199
- Tasting notes
- Fresh Fruit, Honey, Malt Extract, Citric, Yeasty
- Description
- A rating of 0.0 from 0 reviews introduces the Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1997 Unpeated. With a striking ABV of 59.8% and a price of £199.0, it's either a steal or a gamble based on numbers alone. This Islay single malt beckons the adventurous with its 'Fresh Fruit' and 'Yeasty' hints.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2006) is a 8-year-old single malt from Caol Ila (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 59.8% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and delicately floral character — fresh fruit, honey, malt extract, citric. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
A rating of 0.0 from 0 reviews introduces the Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1997 Unpeated. With a striking ABV of 59.8% and a price of £199.0, it's either a steal or a gamble based on numbers alone. This Islay single malt beckons the adventurous with its 'Fresh Fruit' and 'Yeasty' hints.
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