Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2012 (cask 325862) - Monologue (Chapter 7)
- Distillery
- Caol Ila
- Region
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 51.4%
- Age
- 8 years
- Price
- £65.95
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Oily, Fresh Fruit, Vanilla
- Description
- Caol Ila's signature Islay character—briny sea air and smoke—shines through in this 8-year-old bourbon hogshead maturation from 2012, bottled by Chapter 7 in 2021 at just 301 bottles. A cask-strength expression that captures the coastal peat and maritime influence of Islay in its youth.
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Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2012 (cask 325862) - Monologue (Chapter 7) is a 8-year-old single malt from Caol Ila (Scotland), bottled at 51.4% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, intensely smoky and sweet character — smokey, oily, fresh fruit, vanilla. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
Caol Ila's signature Islay character—briny sea air and smoke—shines through in this 8-year-old bourbon hogshead maturation from 2012, bottled by Chapter 7 in 2021 at just 301 bottles. A cask-strength expression that captures the coastal peat and maritime influence of Islay in its youth.
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