Caol Ila 17 Year (2015 Special Release)

I think Caol Ila might want to stick to doing the peated offerings, but I'll give it a chance. The nose had the malty barley, ginger, wood, lemongrass, and honeysuckle. Everything is pretty subtle so far, along with vanilla and smoke. The palate brings a strong olive taste, along with salty, briny, ginger. The medium finish is chalky and filled with sea shells. This is not my cup of tea, but I can see two things to do with this bottle. First, it would pair extremely well with sushi, or other food that does well with very dry beer. Second, this would do well with a blend with a PX/Oloroso sherry/other flavored cask like port, manzanilla, amontillado, etc. Great price for a 17 year at $117, but I think I got lucky. Not bad, but just not for me flavor wise since there isn't sweetness, fruit, or more smoke. The theme of this dram is going to be "Fear of Salt" by Buckethead. 2.75.

God frugtig, rund smag, ikke-røget,

Purchased March 2, 2018 $168 Enjoyed that night (Friday night double delight - hot tub and taster) Buttered popcorn on toast!