What is Caol Ila 2012 TWB like?

Q: What is Caol Ila 2012 TWB like?

A community tasting note says: Quite warming, with honeyed malt, a bit of dried fruit and gentle oak. Feels cosy rather than heavy — wee peppery kick at the end 🥃 Nice for a slow evening, honestly. On WhiskySpace, you can view more ratings, tasting notes, price history, bottle details, and related whiskies for Caol Ila 2012 TWB.

Caol Ila 2012 8 Years Single Malt Whisky

Caol Ila 2012 TWB

Caol Ila

Islay · United Kingdom

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Whisky Information

Brand: Caol Ila
Age: 8 years
ABV: 58.5%
Volume: 700 ml
Category: Single Malt Whisky
Distillery: Caol Ila
Distillation Year: 2012
Bottling Year: 10.2020
Cask Types: 1st Fill Sherry Butt

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Lowest Price:£125.00(2024-08-27)

Tasting Notes & Reviews

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Holly Gray

May 20, 2026, 04:20:56

Quite warming, with honeyed malt, a bit of dried fruit and gentle oak. Feels cosy rather than heavy — wee peppery kick at the end 🥃 Nice for a slow evening, honestly.

Sasha Gray

May 12, 2026, 15:02:18

Just tried this one – it's got a real smooth start, kinda honey-like 🍯. Then a smoky note creeps in, like a cozy fireplace 🔥. Finish is long and warming, with a bit of spice. Not bad at all! 😊

Samuel Shaw

May 11, 2026, 20:20:54

Just had a dram & the nose is... oaky 🌲 with like, honeycomb? Taste is vanilla custard and a bit of cinnamon. Warm finish, kinda spicy 🌶️. The sherry notes are proper lush. Figs and dark chocolate, innit? Love it. A bit smoky at the back, not peat though. More like a wood fire. Nice.

Jake Rogers

May 4, 2026, 21:50:57

Ah right, this dram's a lovely drop! Got that proper oakiness, innit? 🥃 Tastes of vanilla and a bit of honey, maybe some autumn fruits. Deffo got a wee smoky finish, like a distant bonfire. Super smooth, though. Can tell it's been aging nicely. Makes ya feel all warm and cozy, perfect for a rainy arvo. 🤠 Noice.