ABV 64.9%
On the palate,much more like a fruit spirit (Pear Williams) than like a whisky.A bit grainy on the nose.
Martine Nouet
Caol Ila
Brand
Unpeated Special Releases, 2007, 8 Years Old
Expression
Single Malt
Type
8
Age (Years)
64.9%
ABV
Islay
Region/Country
Standard (Distillery or blended)
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Light but spirity.Dry hay.Cut grass.A\rhint of angelica.A grainy touch.
Palate: Smooth and sweet. Given the strength,one could expect much more aggressiveness. Pear Williams
Finish: Fizzy and warm,the alcohol shows up.
Comment: On the palate,much more like a fruit spirit (Pear Williams) than like a whisky.A bit grainy on the nose.
Score: 7.5
Taster
Nose: Zesty. Young. Unripe mango,green with a bacon like note behind,but needs water. Some light grassy notes,\rgreen melon,fruit salad,pear,lychee.
Palate: Neat is direct and hot with lemon sherbert/love hearts.Water brings out elderflower and fruit salad.
Finish: Light. Green grassiness.
Comment: A taste of summer in winter.
Score: 7.8
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