Caol Ila 1993

12 year old Islay 60.0 % vol

1 of only 266 bottles from cask no 6797

Not as widely promoted as other Islay distilleries (because it is in big demand by the Johnnie Walker blends), Caol Ila is nevertheless a classic ‘big’ Islay malt, and this is a good example of the make. The bottling is from a re-fill American oak hogshead, which has allowed the true character of the whisky to come through. The first nose exhibits a lovely freshness, with paint thinners and hair lacquer in the background. This changes quickly into  moorish smoked cheese. With water the smoked cheese remains and is joined by pine essence and swimming baths. The palate is fresh and sweet with bags of charcoal, some “Plasticine” and “Uhu” glue.
Both powerful and complex at the same time.

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