Caol Ila 30 Year Old 1979 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
- Distillery
- Caol Ila
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 50%
- Age
- 30 years
- Price
- £86.95
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Leathery, Medicinal, Old Wood
- Description
- Islay's maritime climate enriches the Caol Ila 30 Year Old 1979 - Old Malt Cask, where 'Smokey' and 'Medicinal' notes breathe life into every dram. With an ABV of 50.0%, it may just capture the heart of those who appreciate 'Old Wood'. With such age and prestige, the price of £86.95 feels almost perplexing.
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Caol Ila 30 Year Old 1979 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is a 30-year-old single malt from Caol Ila (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 50% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, oaky and peaty character — smokey, leathery, medicinal, old wood. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
Islay's maritime climate enriches the Caol Ila 30 Year Old 1979 - Old Malt Cask, where 'Smokey' and 'Medicinal' notes breathe life into every dram. With an ABV of 50.0%, it may just capture the heart of those who appreciate 'Old Wood'. With such age and prestige, the price of £86.95 feels almost perplexing.
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