Caol Ila 12 Year Old 3yo veiled as Coffee Houses

veiled as Coffee Houses

Palate: Rich and full on the palate with complex earthy peat and smoke characters

there is a heart-warming story of simple country folk associated with this bottling: "The story goes that Reagor Motlow

Nose: Red apples

is matured in heavily-charred oak casks for a more intense Talisker experience

Caol Ila 12 Year Old 3yo veiled as Coffee HousesOriginally launched in 2002, the 12yo is the entry point into the Caol Ila core range (and sadly the only expression from the distillery available in SA). Although not as pronounced as its fellow peated neighbours, it is still unmistakably a classic Islay malt. Predominantly matured in ex bourbon casks. Bottled at 43%. Nose: Subdued, citric fruitiness; a whiff of bath oil and dentist's mouthwash. Fresh and appetising with soft smoke. Palate: Good