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Caol Ila 1979 Natural Cask Strength
Distillery: Caol Ila
Region: Islay, Scotland
Type: Single Malt Scotch
Age: 47 years
Score: 91.7/100
Average Price: $145,000
Tasting Notes
Peat smoke, lemon zest, brine, green herbs, vanilla
Why It's Ranked #56
Caol Ila, the workhorse of Islay, rarely releases old vintage casks. This 1979 natural cask strength hogshead shows the lighter, herbal side of Islay peat.
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