Situated on the north-east coast of Islay, Caol Ila has been producing spectacular peated (and unpeated) single malt since 1846. Fruity/citrusy and moderately smokey.
Nose: Olive oil, heathlands; gorse and heather. Stable straw, sugar syrup
Palate: Oily, with a juicyfruit chewing gum sweetness.
Finish: A peppery sweetness while an an oily smokiness lingers.