Only 60 bottles, most likely a shared cask then? IB Caol Ila is always fun as its usually much more affordable than Ardbeg, Lagavulin and such, but not necessarily inferior in quality. And at a decent age and strength like this, we could be in for a real treat. The color is golden. It smells peaty, earthy, gasoline, clay, baking powder, old attic, lemon zest. The taste is camphor, licorice, butterscotch, rich vanilla and leather. Actually, the nose was much more Islay-style than the palate. The peat on the palate is excellent, but its a very rich and thick palate as well. One might think it was matured in some sweet wine cask, but then again it could be. Info lacking. The finish is peppery and short.
A rich Caol Ila that lacks a bit on the finish: 7
Next tasting: Ardmore Distillery
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