Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
- Distillery
- Caol Ila
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 55.9%
- Age
- 17 years
- Price
- £250
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (5 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Citric, Fresh Fruit, Honey, Malt Extract
- Description
- With an ABV of 55.9%, Caol Ila's 17-year-old unpeated special release from 2015 is something cask enthusiasts will appreciate. Known to allure with 'Citric' and 'Fresh Fruit' notes, this Islay single malt commands a price of £250. A perfect balance of honey and malt extract, it's hard to say without tasting, but the high rating of 5.0 from a select few might make this a worthwhile investment. Consider it a blend of craftsmanship and time.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is a 17-year-old single malt from Caol Ila (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 55.9% ABV. Rated 5.0/5 by the community. Expect fruity, sweet and delicately floral character — citric, fresh fruit, honey, malt extract. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
With an ABV of 55.9%, Caol Ila's 17-year-old unpeated special release from 2015 is something cask enthusiasts will appreciate. Known to allure with 'Citric' and 'Fresh Fruit' notes, this Islay single malt commands a price of £250. A perfect balance of honey and malt extract, it's hard to say without tasting, but the high rating of 5.0 from a select few might make this a worthwhile investment. Consider it a blend of craftsmanship and time.
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