Caol Ila 18 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2017)
- Distillery
- Caol Ila
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 59.8%
- Age
- 18 years
- Price
- £199
- Community rating
- 4.20 / 5 (5 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Citric, Fresh Fruit, Honey, Old Wood
- Description
- Caol Ila's unpeated expression challenges the distillery's smoky reputation, revealing what lies beneath. Matured for 18 years in American oak hogsheads at natural cask strength, this fragrant single malt displays orchard fruits and coastal notes, with only a whisper of smoke lingering on the finish—proof that Islay's character runs deeper than peat alone.
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Caol Ila 18 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2017) is a 18-year-old single malt from Caol Ila (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 59.8% ABV. Rated 4.2/5 by the community. Expect vibrant and fruity, heavily oaked and sweet character — citric, fresh fruit, honey, old wood. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Caol Ila's unpeated expression challenges the distillery's smoky reputation, revealing what lies beneath. Matured for 18 years in American oak hogsheads at natural cask strength, this fragrant single malt displays orchard fruits and coastal notes, with only a whisper of smoke lingering on the finish—proof that Islay's character runs deeper than peat alone.
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