This one is unique. The moscatel finish definitely reduces the typical Caol Ila peat explosion, but at the same time seems to heighten the maritime saltiness. This is a conversation starter. Bring it out when you want to surprise your guest with something different.
Posted By: TD, Prague
Posted on
25 May 2008
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I completely agree with TD here, the peat is subdued and fades into smokey spice similar to a Lagavulin but with more depth.
Posted By: mattme, Belgium/California
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Caol Ila www.malts.com Built in 1846, Caol Ila is the largest of the eight working distilleries on the island of Islay (situated off the west coast of Scotland), with a production capacity of 3 million litres per year. In the classic Islay style, Caol Ila is made predominantly with peated malt and the resulting phenols have a big influence on the final flavour of the whisky, as does the salty coastal air that the casks ‘breathe’ during maturation. One of the most approachable Islay malts. Read more >