Caol Ila 13 Years 2009 The Dava Way New Vibrations Whisky

Brand: Caol Ila

Bottle size: 700ml
ABV: 55.2
Brand: Caol Ila

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Appearance: Pale gold with shimmering reflections that belie the deep smokiness waiting within.

Nose: Sharp and tense, with an immediate blast of peat smoke, saline notes, and a spicy hint of ginger. The aroma morphs into a medicinal bouquet of bandages, cough drops, and a whiff of aspirin, with an earthy touch of cauliflower.

Palate: Clean and dynamic, leading with dry peat that swiftly transitions into medicinal flavors reminiscent of cough lozenges and nutty, milky undertones of almond and walnut. Subtle hints of tobacco and ash emerge in the background.

Finish: Long and evolving, with waves of smoked malted barley. Despite its pale hue, the flavors shift towards vibrant orange tones and increasingly dark peat, adding layers of complexity that linger on the palate.

Overall impression: A strikingly unusual and seductive Islay whisky, this Caol Ila boldly defies convention w

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Caol Ila 13 Years 2009 The Dava Way New Vibrations Whisky

Let’s take a stroll down the unconventional path with the Caol Ila 13 Years 2009 The Dava Way New Vibrations Whisky. Aged for 13 years and hailing from the rugged shores of Islay, this whisky is part of The Dava Way Project, a creation by Dariusz Plazewski, the visionary behind the Bimber distillery. Named after the scenic Dava Way, a 31-kilometer trail in Scotland's Speyside region, this series of whiskies ventures beyond the ordinary—much like this particular bottle. If we had to sum it up in a few words, we’d call it bold, charismatic, and a little rebellious—just like any good Islay whisky should be.

Production details: This peated single malt is distilled at Caol Ila, known for its distinctly smoky Islay whiskies. Matured in carefully selected casks for 13 years, this whisky offers an impressive balance of heavy peat smoke, medicinal notes, and a hint of salinity. The Islay climate and traditional production methods—along with the dynamic aging process—give this whisky its unmistakable character and complexity.

Serving suggestions: Enjoy this beauty neat or with a few drops of water to unleash the full spectrum of its smoky and medicinal notes. It's the perfect dram for those