Caol Ila 13 y.o. G&M Discovery in Tube

Volume: 0.7 liters | Alcohol content: 43% | Chilled filtered | No coloring

Caol Ila 13 y.o. G&M Discovery in Tube

Special features: This 13-year-old single malt whisky comes from the renowned Caol Ila distillery on the Scottish island of Islay. It was bottled by Gordon & MacPhail as part of the Discovery series, which was introduced in 2018 and includes a variety of flavor profiles. The whisky is heavily smoky and comes in an attractive tube that emphasizes its origin. With an alcohol content of 43%, this drop is suitable for both beginners and collectors.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: The nose combines sweet and savory aromas with fruity apricot jam, sweet vanilla, and honey-glazed ham. A maritime peat smoke provides a pleasant contrast to these sweet notes.
• Palate: On the palate, the whisky is smoky with tropical fruits, including pineapple, kiwi, and bananas. Later, spicy malt notes and a lemon cake with icing emerge.
• Finish: The finish is long and elegant, characterized by campfire smoke, sweet vanilla, and the scent of toasted marshmallows over the fire.

Distillery/Bottler: Gordon & MacPhail is an independent bottler founded in 1895 in Elgin, Scotland. Their expertise is reflected in the careful selection of whiskies from various distilleries to offer a wide range of flavors. The Discovery series includes bottlings with different flavor profiles, allowing whisky lovers to discover a variety of aromas. The single malt comes from the famous Caol Ila distillery, known for its smoky whiskies.

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