Caol Ila
7.6

Caol Ila

Unpeated Special Releases, 2007, 8 Years Old

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

Specification

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

Tasting Notes

Martine Nouet

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

Dave Broom

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

7.6
Overall Score

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