Tasted side by side with the Caol Ila 12 Nose: Fruitier than the 12, to be expected, less harsh. It’s actually a lovely nose, almost buttery and vanilla! But subtle peat throughout. Was less aggressive than the 12. Taste: Lovely Conclusion: If you want a mellow Islay you can’t go wrong here! Smoke and peat but not going to knock you out!