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Connoisseur's Choice Caol Ila 1988 Tasting notes and reviews

Issue 111 Out Now

Whisky Magazine Issue 111

Kentucky, Louisville, Benromach

 

Connoisseur's Choice Caol Ila 1988

Brand
Connoisseur's Choice
Expression
Caol Ila 1988
Type
Scotch Whisky ~ Single Malt
Abv
40.00%
Vintage
1988
Produced at
Gordon & MacPhail ~ Caol Ila Distillery
Region
Islay
Website
www.gordonandmacphail.co.uk
Availability
Worldwide

Michael Jackson

80
Nose
Dry. Junipery.
Palate
Flowery, creamy. Berry fruits. In the background, a cucumber-like vegetal character.
Finish
Very mild, but some leafy, herbal, dryness and late salt. Very long.
Comment
Caol Ila can be a little gin-like. This bottling could be served like a Pimms. Mind you, no gin has such a long finish.

Dave Broom

72
Nose
Fragrant peat with a kumquat lift and a slightly bitter edge. Medicinal with a touch of beach bonfire, fishing nets. Light and straightforward.
Palate
Bone-dry it starts with crisp malt, then dry smoke. A slightly perfumed quality. Gentle.
Finish
Smouldering and dry.
Comment
A good attractive introduction.
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