Tasting Notes

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Caol Ila Distiller’s Edition 2011

Country: Scotland

Region: Islay

Type: Single Malt

Bottler: Distiller

ABV: 43%

Score: 92 Points

Finished in Moscatel casks with a mildly peaty nose, a slight fruitiness and dry with touches of dried flowers, heather, and a hint of nuttiness. The taste is spicy and smoky with a great peaty note and hints of heather, nutmeg, toasted oak, and vanilla. The finish is dry and smoky with green grapes and a subtle spiciness.