Caol Ila 1996 McG

CategorySINGLE MALT
DistilleryCaol Ila
BottlerDouglas McGibbon (McG)
Bottling Series-
Vintage1996
Bottled Year2008
Age11년
Cask TypeRefill Hogshead
Cask NumberDMG 4129
Bottles Released-
ABV46.0%
Volume700 ml
Label-
CountryScotland
RegionIslay
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Flavor Profile

Smoky
Peaty
Maritime
Citrus
Vanilla
Oaky
Spicy
Fruity
Sweet
Creamy
Honey
Nutty
Floral
Herbal
Dried Fruit
Chocolate

Tasting Notes

Colour

white wine

air Nose

oh this is unusual, grassier, very citric indeed, almost fizzy for a few seconds, before the expected ultra-clean briny, ashy and lemony notes take over. It’ll always remain very citrusy indeed, between lemons and grapefruits. Much sharper than the OB, pleasantly so. Little oak influence, which goes well with Caol Ila’s chiselled profile

restaurant Palate

right on smoky salted lemon juice. Or when narrowness is an asset. Nice blade!

timer Finish

quite long, zesty, greatly sharp, with a slightly sweeter aftertaste (icing sugar, fructose) despite a noticeable saltiness

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