Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 2806) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
- Distillery
- Caol Ila
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 51%
- Age
- 14 years
- Price
- £129.77
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Oily, Fresh Fruit, Toasted
- Description
- Cask 2806 deserves attention in Caol Ila's 14-year-old release, bottled by The Cooper's Choice. With a robust 51% ABV and notes of 'Smokey', 'Oily', and 'Fresh Fruit', the wood plays its part well. At £129.77, it's either a cask nerd's dream or an acquired taste.
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Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 2806) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is a 14-year-old single malt from Caol Ila (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 51% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, intensely smoky and oaky character — smokey, oily, fresh fruit, toasted. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Cask 2806 deserves attention in Caol Ila's 14-year-old release, bottled by The Cooper's Choice. With a robust 51% ABV and notes of 'Smokey', 'Oily', and 'Fresh Fruit', the wood plays its part well. At £129.77, it's either a cask nerd's dream or an acquired taste.
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