Matt-Snodgrass
Caol Ila 18 Year
Single Malt — Islay, Scotland
Reviewed
May 9, 2017 (edited February 3, 2020)
30-35 ppm phenols. Aged in refill ex-bourbon casks.
Aroma: smoky with a bit of brine/seaweed, flint, light vanilla, fennel, and sandalwood (or some kind of woody incense)
Palate: Woody, ginger, vanilla, light fruit, oily
Finish: a minimal finish with wood and a hint of ginger and pepper
Overall: subtle (for a smoky scotch), with water the spicy notes are more noticeable from the palate through the finish (but being very light do not add more than a few drops of water)
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