Brand | Caol Ila | Cask# | 8099 |
Series | Private Collection | Vintage | 1976 |
Bottler | Gordon & MacPhail (GM) | Bottled | 2019 |
Casks | Refill American Hogshead | Age | 43yo |
ABV | 42.4% | Non-Cillfiltered | yes |
Whiskybase ID | 149925 | Natural color | yes |
Remarks:
beautiful malt, the profile of the distillery is clearly recognizable. But all in all it appears much younger than 43 years
Overall I rate this Whisky 90/100 points
- Nose: 90/100 points
light smoke rises in the nose, paired with lots of citrus fruits, appears very fresh and you would not guess the age, herbs come, a subtle sweetness in the background, the distillery character is clearly present. Later there are wood notes and a little wax. Some leather also comes out. Maritime notes - Taste: 90/100 points
Nice start, a lot of citrus fruits wrapped in maritime smoke, the distillery character can also be felt here. Slightly salty. Becoming creamy oily towards the end. - Finish: 90/100 points
Maritime notes with citrus fruits and light smoke, the aromas remain in the middle for a long time. A subtle sweetness can also be seen here in the background.
Review written on 2021-04-04