Caol Ila 18 Year Old
- Distillery
- Caol Ila
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 43%
- Age
- 18 years
- Price
- £98.94
- Community rating
- 4.72 / 5 (25 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Medicinal, Malt Extract, Oily
- Description
- Islay's Caol Ila 18 Year Old embodies the region's signature with its 'Smokey' and 'Medicinal' tags. At 18 years, it offers a 43% ABV and costs £98.94, which might tempt those seeking an 'Oily' delight.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Caol Ila 18 Year Old is a 18-year-old single malt from Caol Ila (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 43% ABV. Rated 4.7/5 by the community. Expect intensely smoky, peaty and sweet character — smokey, medicinal, malt extract, oily. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
Islay's Caol Ila 18 Year Old embodies the region's signature with its 'Smokey' and 'Medicinal' tags. At 18 years, it offers a 43% ABV and costs £98.94, which might tempt those seeking an 'Oily' delight.
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