Caol Ila 8 Year Old, Bourbon Cask, 2006, 59.8%

Caol Ila 8 Years Old Unpeated Style 2006 is the first edition of Caol Ila's popular unpeated expression, released as part of Diageo's annual Special Releases. This rare and lively dram matured for 8 years in first-fill bourbon casks and was bottled in 2006 at a natural cask strength of 59.8%. Caol Ila 8 Years Old Unpeated Style 2006 has a clean and fresh nose, with stewed apples and freshly cut grass. The smooth-bodied, sweet-smoky and fragrant palate offers crisp fruit and balancing saltiness, followed by a clean and sharp finish.