Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Bottled by: Gordon & MacPhail 70cl / 52.7%
You don't get much better than aged Caol Ila - it truly is the Connoisseurs Choice - and this Gordon & MacPhail Connoisseurs Choice Caol Ila 1988 should be sublime.
Bottled in January 2021 from a refill hogshead #1100, this Connoisseurs Choice Cask Strength 1988 Caol Ila 32-year-old yielded 222 bottles at its natural strength of 52.7%, and there's no doubt that it'll be a fabulous dram.
Attributes
| Distillery | Caol Ila |
| Bottler |
Gordon & MacPhail |
| Series | Connoisseurs Choice Cask Strength |
| Country | Scotland |
| Region | Islay |
| Distilled Year | 1988 |
| Bottling Year | 2021 |
| Age | 32 |
| Limited Edition | Yes |
| Bottles Produced | 222 |
| Cask Type | Refill American Hogshead |
| Cask Number | 1100 |
| Bottle Size | 70cl |
| ABV | 52.7% |
| Pre-Owned | No |
Tasting Notes
Nose: Aromas of rich red apples and vanilla pod lead to dried banana.
Palate: Sweet flavours of pear and honey gives way to cured meats.
Finish: Medium bodied with sweet smoke.