Caol Ila 12 Year Old 3yo ripening peaches and vanilla

ripening peaches and vanilla

there is a heart-warming story of simple country folk associated with this bottling: "The story goes that Reagor Motlow

is one of the many Scotch distilleries belonging to drinks giant Diageo

Palate: Rich and full on the palate with complex earthy peat and smoke characters

One of the most decorated Irish whiskeys

Caol Ila 12 Year Old 3yo ripening peaches and vanillaOriginally launched in 2002, the 12yo is the entry point into the Caol Ila core range (and sadly the only expression from the distillery available in SA). Although not as pronounced as its fellow peated neighbours, it is still unmistakably a classic Islay malt. Predominantly matured in ex bourbon casks. Bottled at 43%. Nose: Subdued, citric fruitiness; a whiff of bath oil and dentist's mouthwash. Fresh and appetising with soft smoke. Palate: Good