Scotland Stephenson's Spirits Reviews

Chieftan's Caol Ila 1990 17 year

Review Date: July 28, 2008
Category Info: Whiskey / Whisky :: Single Malt Scotch
Distilled From: Barley
Retail Price: $$$$$ ($50-$100)
Brewer / Distiller: Caol Ila
Year Produced: 1990
Year Produced: 2008
Age: 17yr
Casking: Bourbon Barrel
Strength: 86 proof
Origin: Scotland - Islay

Tasting Notes:

Big salt and mellow peat. Great balance with a nice sweet backbone throughout. Long lingering malty sweet finish.