Caol Ila 30 Year Old 1980 - Old & Rare (Douglas Laing)
- Distillery
- Caol Ila
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 59.4%
- Age
- 30 years
- Price
- £217.8
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Oily, Medicinal, Coal-gas
- Description
- Islay's influence shines with Caol Ila 30 Year Old. Tagged as 'Smokey' with hints of 'Coal-gas,' it captures the maritime essence of its origin. At £217.8 and 59.4% ABV, it's hard to say without tasting, but the region's character speaks volumes.
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Caol Ila 30 Year Old 1980 - Old & Rare (Douglas Laing) is a 30-year-old single malt from Caol Ila (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 59.4% ABV. Expect heavily peated, smoky and oaky character — smokey, oily, medicinal, coal-gas. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Islay's influence shines with Caol Ila 30 Year Old. Tagged as 'Smokey' with hints of 'Coal-gas,' it captures the maritime essence of its origin. At £217.8 and 59.4% ABV, it's hard to say without tasting, but the region's character speaks volumes.
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