Caol Ila 1979 33 Year Old The Whisky Agency The Nectar

Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1995 The Whiskyman

Caol Ila never disappoints. That is probably why it is my favourite distillery on Islay. The new Port Ellen as far as I am concerned. A bold statement, I know. But whenever a new Caol Ila is released, I am always happy to see a sample heading my way. This 18 Year Old was bottled by the Whiskyman, under their Rock & Roll banner, dubbed ‘Dram...

Score 89/100

Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2000 Archives

The well known community site Whiskybase launched its own shop recently. Not long after that, their first own bottles were released under the Archives label. I had previously tasted their excellent Littlemill, which made me decide to put all the samples I had received from owner Menno (thanks!) on my tasting table. First one to tackle is this...

Score 86/100

Caol ila Cask Strength

Since this dram is hard to find here in Taipei, my friend and I sprung at the chance to pick up a bottle together. It had been a while since any Coal Ila whisky had graced my shelf, and I wasn’t sure what to expect from this one. However any CS Islay offering is hardly a ‘risky purchase’ in my book, so I put up very little argument when my friend...

Score 91/100

Caol Ila Chieftan's bottling 17 year

Bright start grows into honey and crisp end. Looooonnngg petey finish goes on forever. Tiniest bit of smoke but perfect for those who don't like smokiness like me. Never had one with a finish like this. Incredibly clear spirit from just the oak alone (no dyes make the color).

Score 90/100