Caol Ila 15 Year Old 2000 Unpeated (Special Release 2016)
- Distillery
- Caol Ila
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 61.5%
- Age
- 15 years
- Price
- £199
- Tasting notes
- Honey, Vanilla, Toasted, Malt Extract, Sherried
- Description
- Caol Ila's rare unpeated expression, first released in 2000 and aged in refill American oak hogsheads and European oak butts, reveals the distillery's mineral, briny foundation without smoke. This 2016 Special Release demonstrates that Islay's character extends far beyond peat.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Caol Ila 15 Year Old 2000 Unpeated (Special Release 2016) is a 15-year-old single malt from Caol Ila (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 61.5% ABV. Expect sweet, oaky and lightly fruity character — honey, vanilla, toasted, malt extract. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Caol Ila's rare unpeated expression, first released in 2000 and aged in refill American oak hogsheads and European oak butts, reveals the distillery's mineral, briny foundation without smoke. This 2016 Special Release demonstrates that Islay's character extends far beyond peat.
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