Introducing the Caol Ila 1991 DL One Sherry Hogshead Whisky, a luxurious and exquisite bottle that is sure to delight any connoisseur. This extraordinary whisky, distilled at the renowned Caol Ila Distillery in 1991 and bottled in 2021 by Douglas Laing, has been aged for several years in a single sherry hogshead, resulting in a rich and complex flavor profile. Only 190 bottles of this rare gem exist, making it a coveted item for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
The nose on this whisky is simply stunning, with clear notes of sherry influence, including stewed fruit and piment, followed by the distinctive peat smoke and dark chocolate that are characteristic of Islay whiskies. Sweet and savory aromas such as maple-glazed ham, bacon, and barbeque sauce blend seamlessly with malt, maple syrup, brown sugar, and milk chocolate. Subtle hints of roast squash, dried rosemary, maraschinos, red apple, orange, pineapple, strawberry sauce, and cantaloupe add complexity, while toasted sesame oil, lapsang souchong, tar, cedar, and nutty toasted rice offer depth.
On the palate, this whisky is full-bodied and indulgent, with flavors of damp autumn leaves, spicy oak, and a leathery sweetness complemented by smoky campfire notes. Medium-textured, it arrives with savory and spicy peat smoke: all-dressed chips, salty smoke, cool earth, dead leaves, and a hint of bitter iodine. The mid-palate reveals soft sweet fruit and herbal-floral nuances such as lavender, rosemary, papaya, charred pears, flowers, lemongrass, floral teas, and salted butter.
The finish is long and satisfying, with a hint of dried fruit and a lingering warmth that leaves you craving more. Medium-length, it features strong overbrewed tea, dead leaves, salt, black pepper, cooked stonefruit, nori, soy sauce, sushi rice, and the recurring rosemary and lavender notes.
This whisky is a true masterpiece, with a unique and unforgettable flavor profile that is sure to impress even the most discerning of whisky enthusiasts. Whether you're enjoying it on a special occasion or simply savoring a glass after a long day, the Caol Ila 1991 DL One Sherry Hogshead Whisky provides a memorable and enjoyable experience.
This whisky is unique due to its limited release of only 190 bottles, its maturation in a single sherry hogshead, and its complex flavor profile that balances sweet, savory, and smoky notes.
This exceptional whisky was bottled by Douglas Laing, a renowned independent bottler known for their high-quality and unique releases.
You can expect a rich and complex flavor profile with notes of stewed fruit, piment, peat smoke, dark chocolate, damp autumn leaves, spicy oak, leathery sweetness, and a smoky campfire finish.
stewed fruit, piment, peat smoke, dark chocolate, maple-glazed ham, bacon, barbeque sauce, malt, maple syrup, brown sugar, milk chocolate, roast squash, dried rosemary, maraschinos, red apple, orange, pineapple, strawberry sauce, cantaloupe, toasted sesame oil, lapsang souchong, tar, cedar, toasted rice
damp autumn leaves, spicy oak, leathery sweetness, smoky campfire, savory and spicy peat smoke, all-dressed chips, salty smoke, cool earth, dead leaves, bitter iodine, soft sweet fruit, herbal-floral, lavender, rosemary, papaya, charred pears, flowers, lemongrass, floral teas, salted butter
dried fruit, lingering warmth, medium-length, overbrewed tea, dead leaves, salt, black pepper, cooked stonefruit, nori, soy sauce, sushi rice, rosemary, lavender
The Caol Ila 1991 DL One Sherry Hogshead offers a rich and complex experience, masterfully balancing sweet, savory, and smoky elements. Its harmonious blend of stewed fruits, piment, and dark chocolate on the nose transitions into a full-bodied palate with notes of damp autumn leaves, spicy oak, and leathery sweetness, all wrapped in a smoky campfire finish. This whisky is a testament to the artistry of Douglas Laing and the storied tradition of the Caol Ila Distillery.
The Caol Ila 1991 DL One Sherry Hogshead is a truly remarkable whisky that stands out in its category. Its intricate and layered flavor profile, combined with its limited availability, makes it a must-have for any serious whisky collector. Each sip reveals new complexities, showcasing the perfect blend of the distillery's signature peaty character with the richness of sherry maturation. This bottle is a testament to the craft of both the distillery and Douglas Laing, offering an unforgettable tasting experience.
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