Product Description

The pinnacle of the single malts in the 2018 edition of Diageo Special Releases – the oldest Caol Ila released as part of the series. It's a mixture of refill American-oak hogsheads, and both refill American- and European-oak butts, all of which add gentle character to the whisky while letting its 35-year-mellowed shine.

Style

4
Body
2
Richness
3
Smoke
3
Sweetness

Character

Apple
Smoke
Brine
Pear
Orange
Black Pepper

Product Facts

Bottler
Distillery Bottling
Series
Diageo Special Releases 2018
Age
35 Year Old
Vintage
1982
Bottling Date
2018
No of Bottles
3276
Country
Scotland
Region
Islay

Caol Ila 35 Year Old (1982) Special Releases 2018

Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery Bottling

70cl / 58.1%

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Tasting Notes

Tasting note by Billy Abbott, The Whisky Exchange
- Nose
  Waxed apples, royal icing and honeysuckle to start. Hints of dirty smoke hide at the back, surrounded by brine and a touch of aromatic sandalwood. Fruit sits at the heart of the dram: sweet berries, pear and pineapple.
- Palate
  Rich and thick. Fruit juice runs through the core: mandarin, apple and pineapple. Spice builds slowly along with waxy touches: nutmeg and white pepper. The smoke is soft but present: woody and fragrant.
- Finish
  Icing and damp tree bark. Dark and white chocolate. Black pepper pops up and fades. Apples and pears linger.
- Comment
  An appropriately excellent closer.