Caol Ila 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky

This is without a shadow of a doubt my favourite whisky. Although I’m from the Highlands originally and this is an Islay malt, it always reminds me of home. Rich smoky, peaty flavours give a lovely warning embrace on the palate without being overpowering and it resolves to leave a lasting smooth but somehow almost spiced aftertaste. It’s often referred to as an “entry level” Islay malt because it doesn’t reach up and smack you with a brick of peat, like some others of the region do, but for me this is perfectly balanced and is always a pleasure to drink. A timeless classic and makes some of the “trendier” (aka pricier) whiskies pale in comparison.

Review by Iain, 12/11/2020.

Rating:   5/5  

This is without a shadow of a doubt my favourite whisky. Although I’m from the Highlands originally and this is an Islay malt, it always reminds me of home. Rich smoky, peaty flavours give a lovely warning embrace on the palate without being overpowering and it resolves to leave a lasting smooth but somehow almost spiced aftertaste. It’s often referred to as an “entry level” Islay malt because it doesn’t reach up and smack you with a brick of peat, like some others of the region do, but for me this is perfectly balanced and is always a pleasure to drink. A timeless classic and makes some of the “trendier” (aka pricier) whiskies pale in comparison.

Review by Iain, 11/11/2020.

Rating:   5/5