Caol Ila 1996 16 Years Single Malt Whisky

Caol Ila 1996 Wy

Caol Ila

Islay · United Kingdom

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Whisky Information

Age
16 years
ABV
46%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Caol Ila
Distillation Year
1996
Bottling Year
2012
Cask Types
Ex-Bourbon Hogshead

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Lowest Price:€91.80(2024-02-28)

Tasting Notes & Reviews

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Holly White

Holly White

May 11, 2026, 16:41:57

Proper lovely whisky this, innit? 👃 On the nose, I'm gettin' some sweet vanila and a bit of honey, with a subtle hint of smokyness. On the palate, it's quite smooth, with flavours of caramel and a touch of spice. There's a subtle oakiness too. Finish is long and warm, leavin' a nice aftertaste of dried fruits. Really enjoyin' this one! 😊

Isobel Mitchell

Isobel Mitchell

May 7, 2026, 06:11:44

Ooh that's quite nice init 👌 Furst sip an u get this lovely smokyness, not too strong like, just gentle. Then comes the honey sweetness, really smooth goin down 😊 Theres definately vanilla in ther, maybe sum toffee too. Quite fruity aswell I reckon, like apple or sumthin. The peaty notes r proper nice, gives it character dunnit 🥃 Finish is warm an lingerin, bit of spice at the end. Very drinkable, cud have anotha one easy lol 👍 Not too complex, just a good honest dram. Perfect for a quiet evening in 🍂

Shannon Wright

Shannon Wright

May 7, 2026, 05:41:10

Right, this one's proper interesting. Nose: bit of smoky honey, maybe? Like burnt toffee on a Sunday morning. Taste: oaky vanilla with a wee kick of cinnamon, nice warmth going down. Finish lingers, ye know? Quite pleasant, could drink this all night tbh 👍

Fiona Gray

Fiona Gray

May 6, 2026, 15:51:07

Mmm, right, so first thing I get is this lovely warmth, like sitting by a fire. 🔥 There's a bit of sweetness, maybe some dried fruit? And a spicy kick that just sort of... tingles. It's smooth, yeah, but not *too* smooth. Got some depth to it. Feels litte a hug in a glass. 👍

Lily Jackson

Lily Jackson

May 3, 2026, 07:20:59

Smells like a bonfire mixed with ripe pears, honestly. First sip hits with that lovely warmth, kinda like cinnamon and dark chocolate. Finishes long and smooth, with a subtle hint of vanilla. Really warming, this one! 🔥🥃 A bit of peat smoke, yeah, but it's not overwhelming. There's a sweet, almost honey-like note that balances it out nicely. Feels proper cozy on a cold evening.

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