Caol Ila 12 is one of my favourite Islay whisky's as it has a nice balance and is not overly peaty but I think it could benefit from being bottled at 46% and non chill filtered and because it isn't I don't buy it as much as I would if it were better presented, Port Charlotte 10 for me is a much better option and I am really enjoying that at the moment. Thanks for the review.
I find Caol Ila to be distinctive. It jumps out at me no matter what it's in. I have the 12, and I like it, yet I don't think I'll buy it again once the bottle is finished. I'm trying to stick to smaller independents nowadays as best I can. Haven't tried the Talisker 10, though I do have their Distiller's Edition from last year. Good enough, but becoming too pricey...sadly! Great tasting package. Great bro-in-law! At least there was enough in each bottle to really get to know it. Cheers Jon! 🥃🤓🥃 Marian 🇨🇦
@@SaltyCuban Hi SC! For me, I find the Distiller's Edition to be better after the bottle's been open for a while, and it needs time in the glass too. It's 10-11 years old, but I let it breathe for a good half hour. I get scorched creme brulee, sweet pipe tobacco, soft smoke, salted caramel, and brine. I have the 2021 release. It's very nice, but I can't speak to earlier versions. Unfortunately, price...$125 CDN ($92US). Lots of excellent alternative choices for far less. Cheers!🥃🥃
Great taster's pack Jon. The old labelled Talisker 10 has been a real pleasure for the last 3+ months for me. Great salinity, peppering and true coastal character. The Clynelish 14 as much as has been labelled as not that waxy anymore is still a great classic dram.
that looks like the old Talisker 10. I find the Talisker 10 does not sit well for more than 8 months, but pop the cork and consume within half a year, and its fantastic. Especially the old 10 that was recently changed
Just wanted to thank you for your videos. Recently started my whisky journey this past year with mostly Scotch. I like your reviews and the fact you cover Canadian whisky as well. I like the Talisker 10, but it's very pricy in Ontario. Have yet to try the Caol Ila.
I have had this set. I kept sealed the Clynelish since I had just finished a regular bottle. I found the Caolila to be better. It had to grow on me however. Upon opening it it was powerful on the nose. It had some taste that was just a weird funk I’d never encountered. That softened enough that I ended up rather enjoying it quite a bit. The Talisker softened up after some months. However at first it seemed a tad harsh for me.
Two classic malts! Talisker 10 is a beautiful dram in to the peaty and salty world of whisky. Caol Ila is solid but there are so so many IB s of it that the OB can be a bit underwhelming after diving into those. Cheers Jon!
After less than impressive initial thoughts on these early in my whisky journey, I've grown to enjoy both very much. Personally, the Talisker has the the edge for me too. Cheers Jon and have a great week too.
I find that whilst Caol Ila is an excellent distillate from a good distillery, Diageo can't help but mute it. It's best when found in independent bottlings. Recently, Gordon & MacPhail's Discovery range issued a 13 yo non chill-filtered at 43% and there is a James Eadie 11yo which has a cask strength (59.3%) and 46% version, also NCF. All are significantly better presentations than Diageo can ever muster.
I've only had the cask strength James Eadie, but it was very impressive. Felt like an unleashed tiger in comparison with the official bottlings - much more depth and herbal complexity. I would pick up the 46% if I saw it in a shop, but the cask strength is the real deal. The sherry finish gives a rich fruit. Long finish, cloves and mint.
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Caol Ila 12 is one of my favourite Islay whisky's as it has a nice balance and is not overly peaty but I think it could benefit from being bottled at 46% and non chill filtered and because it isn't I don't buy it as much as I would if it were better presented, Port Charlotte 10 for me is a much better option and I am really enjoying that at the moment. Thanks for the review.
I totally agree, which is why I ha e purchased independent bottles of Caol Ila more over the years. PC10 is fantastic!
I find Caol Ila to be distinctive. It jumps out at me no matter what it's in. I have the 12, and I like it, yet I don't think I'll buy it again once the bottle is finished. I'm trying to stick to smaller independents nowadays as best I can.
Haven't tried the Talisker 10, though I do have their Distiller's Edition from last year. Good enough, but becoming too pricey...sadly!
Great tasting package. Great bro-in-law!
At least there was enough in each bottle to really get to know it.
Cheers Jon!
🥃🤓🥃
Marian 🇨🇦
Years back, an independent bottling of Caol Ila blew me away. Their core range is OK, but tamed down for my liking.
@@WhiskyNeighbour Agreed. Though I would like to try their unpeated version, at least once!
What is your opinion on the Talisker distillers edition? Also are there years (bottlings) to avoid?
@@SaltyCuban Hi SC!
For me, I find the Distiller's Edition to be better after the bottle's been open for a while, and it needs time in the glass too. It's 10-11 years old, but I let it breathe for a good half hour. I get scorched creme brulee, sweet pipe tobacco, soft smoke, salted caramel, and brine. I have the 2021 release. It's very nice, but I can't speak to earlier versions. Unfortunately, price...$125 CDN ($92US). Lots of excellent alternative choices for far less.
Cheers!🥃🥃
Great taster's pack Jon. The old labelled Talisker 10 has been a real pleasure for the last 3+ months for me. Great salinity, peppering and true coastal character. The Clynelish 14 as much as has been labelled as not that waxy anymore is still a great classic dram.
The Talisker really improved!!
that looks like the old Talisker 10. I find the Talisker 10 does not sit well for more than 8 months, but pop the cork and consume within half a year, and its fantastic. Especially the old 10 that was recently changed
Interesting. Yes, this is the old 10, and it has sat for a while, but for me, it seems to have improved a bit!
@@WhiskyNeighbour interesting .. hmm
Just wanted to thank you for your videos. Recently started my whisky journey this past year with mostly Scotch. I like your reviews and the fact you cover Canadian whisky as well.
I like the Talisker 10, but it's very pricy in Ontario. Have yet to try the Caol Ila.
Thanks for the encouragement, and I am glad I could be helpful! Talisker is a bit pricey here to, but tasty for sure!
My impression of T10: slightly smoky, sweet, with oranges, pepper, maybe peaches, grapes.
(my first Talisker ever)
That sounds spot on! Thanks for sharing!
I have had this set. I kept sealed the Clynelish since I had just finished a regular bottle. I found the Caolila to be better. It had to grow on me however. Upon opening it it was powerful on the nose. It had some taste that was just a weird funk I’d never encountered. That softened enough that I ended up rather enjoying it quite a bit. The Talisker softened up after some months. However at first it seemed a tad harsh for me.
When I opened them, I preferred Clynelish, Caol Ila, Talisker. However, a year or a bit more later the Talisker edged out the Caol Ila.
Two classic malts! Talisker 10 is a beautiful dram in to the peaty and salty world of whisky. Caol Ila is solid but there are so so many IB s of it that the OB can be a bit underwhelming after diving into those. Cheers Jon!
Thanks for dropping in. I would totally agree, the IBs of Caol Ila are almost always way better!
After less than impressive initial thoughts on these early in my whisky journey, I've grown to enjoy both very much. Personally, the Talisker has the the edge for me too. Cheers Jon and have a great week too.
It is pretty awesome that our tastes can change with time. It means we need to re-visit drams from our early experiences too. Cheers!
@@WhiskyNeighbour exactly - you always need to try again as your palate expands.
1/4 Caol ila 3/4 Talisker makes a great blend.
Very cool idea! Thanks
The Talisker 10 suggests the taste and smell of a very ripe orange burning on a wood fire.
That is a great picture!
I find that whilst Caol Ila is an excellent distillate from a good distillery, Diageo can't help but mute it. It's best when found in independent bottlings. Recently, Gordon & MacPhail's Discovery range issued a 13 yo non chill-filtered at 43% and there is a James Eadie 11yo which has a cask strength (59.3%) and 46% version, also NCF. All are significantly better presentations than Diageo can ever muster.
How did you find that James Eadie? That was here for a bit and certainly looked interesting.
I've only had the cask strength James Eadie, but it was very impressive. Felt like an unleashed tiger in comparison with the official bottlings - much more depth and herbal complexity. I would pick up the 46% if I saw it in a shop, but the cask strength is the real deal. The sherry finish gives a rich fruit. Long finish, cloves and mint.
@@Francoesque Thanks! Sounds amazing, cheers!
Talisker 10 got that e150, caol ila 12 got that e150 too...
Caol Ila for sure. Sad to hear that about Talisker.
The higher ABV does add more body. I bet the Clynelish 14 blows both of them away.
For my palate, yes, I preferred the Clynelish to both.
@@WhiskyNeighbour ordered a bottle today.
I have a few very different samples for you but don't have your Addy any longer since we moved.
Wild, now I'm curious. Thanks so much for always thinking of me!
@Whisky Neighbour when I came across these bottles and tried them I ended up buying every bottle in BC..lol
@@WhiskyNeighbour how are you going to send me your Addy privately
@greetswithfire I just sent a hello on Instagram. My email whiskyneighbour@gmail.com works too.