Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2014 - North Star Spirits
- Distillery
- Caol Ila
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 51.2%
- Age
- 8 years
- Price
- £74.95
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Cooked Fruit, Kippery, Leathery
- Description
- This 2014-vintage Caol Ila spent eight years maturing before finishing in a Port octave, marrying the distillery's signature peaty smoke with jammy red fruit notes. Bottled at cask strength by North Star Spirits in a release of 220 bottles, it represents the Islay house style in compelling form.
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Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2014 - North Star Spirits is a 8-year-old single malt from Caol Ila (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 51.2% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, fruity and oaky character — smokey, cooked fruit, kippery, leathery. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
This 2014-vintage Caol Ila spent eight years maturing before finishing in a Port octave, marrying the distillery's signature peaty smoke with jammy red fruit notes. Bottled at cask strength by North Star Spirits in a release of 220 bottles, it represents the Islay house style in compelling form.
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