Cl11 – Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
- Distillery
- Caol Ila
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £110
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Sherried, Chocolate, Cooked Fruit, Toasted
- Description
- Caol Ila's characteristically green, vegetal profile from 2008 distillation has been transformed by 18 months finishing in ex-solera sherry butts, adding dark fruit depth and richness to the signature Islay smoke. At 55.4% ABV, the peat smoke remains prominent but gains complexity from stone-fruit sweetness, dark chocolate, and charcoal bitterness. The texture is thick and powerful, built on years of careful aging and cask selection. A sophisticated expression for those who appreciate peat balanced against sweet cask influence.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Cl11 – Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a from Caol Ila (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, fruity and sweet character — smokey, sherried, chocolate, cooked fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
Caol Ila's characteristically green, vegetal profile from 2008 distillation has been transformed by 18 months finishing in ex-solera sherry butts, adding dark fruit depth and richness to the signature Islay smoke. At 55.4% ABV, the peat smoke remains prominent but gains complexity from stone-fruit sweetness, dark chocolate, and charcoal bitterness. The texture is thick and powerful, built on years of careful aging and cask selection. A sophisticated expression for those who appreciate peat balanced against sweet cask influence.
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