Caol Ila
Cask #12879
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1998 Connoisseurs Choice (2024)
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Introducing the Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1998, an extraordinary single malt Scotch whisky, bottled by Gordon & MacPhail for the prestigious Connoisseurs Choice series. This rare gem has been aged for a quarter of a century in a 1st fill sherry butt, cask #12879, which endows the whisky with a profound depth of flavour and complexity.
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Tasting Notes
TWB Tasting Notes: Nose: The nose opens with an enticing bouquet of rich sherry aromas, including dried fruits, dark chocolate, and roasted coffee beans. Hints of smoked bacon, seaweed, and a touch of leather add a unique Islay character. Palate: On the palate, experience a harmonious blend of sherry sweetness and maritime influence. Flavors of ripe figs, dates, and sultanas are complemented by smoky peat, black pepper, and a subtle briny undertone. The whisky’s texture is full-bodied and velvety, enveloping the taste buds in luxurious layers. Finish: The finish is long and lingering, with notes of smoldering peat, sherry-soaked fruit, and a hint of salted caramel. The smoky richness fades slowly, leaving a beautifully balanced and memorable aftertaste.
Introducing the Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1998, an extraordinary single malt Scotch whisky, bottled by Gordon & MacPhail for the prestigious Connoisseurs Choice series. This rare gem has been aged for a quarter of a century in a 1st fill sherry butt, cask #12879, which endows the whisky with a profound depth of flavour and complexity.
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Caol Ila
Caol Ila Distillery, founded in 1846 by Hector Henderson on a sheltered yet rocky northeastern stretch of the Isle of Islay, is celebrated not only for its breathtaking views across the Sound of Islay—where everything from naval battleships to whales has been spotted—but also for its status as the largest malt whisky distillery on Islay. Renowned for crafting both peated and unpeated expressions, Caol Ila offers iconic releases like the 12 Year Old and the Distiller’s Edition. Each year, the distillery plays a prominent role in Feis Ile, the Islay Festival of Malt and Music, delighting enthusiasts worldwide with its Islay single malt heritage and coastal charm.
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