Caol Ila 14 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2012)
- Distillery
- Caol Ila
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 59.3%
- Age
- 14 years
- Price
- £199
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Sherried, Fresh Fruit, Citric
- Description
- Islay anchors the Caol Ila 14 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2012) with its 'Smokey' essence, complemented by 'Fresh Fruit' and 'Citric' notes, making it an aromatic landscape in a glass. With a 59.3% ABV and a singular 5.0 rating, it suggests an audacious profile. For £199, one can ponder if the steeper entry fee justifies what lacks in ratings but promises in 'Sherried' richness.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Caol Ila 14 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2012) is a 14-year-old single malt from Caol Ila (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 59.3% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, vibrant and fruity and sweet character — smokey, sherried, fresh fruit, citric. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Islay anchors the Caol Ila 14 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2012) with its 'Smokey' essence, complemented by 'Fresh Fruit' and 'Citric' notes, making it an aromatic landscape in a glass. With a 59.3% ABV and a singular 5.0 rating, it suggests an audacious profile. For £199, one can ponder if the steeper entry fee justifies what lacks in ratings but promises in 'Sherried' richness.
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