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Whiskey Single Malt Isla 56% ABV

$$$$ $100 to $300 Luxury

3.77

1 review raw average 4.25

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jaycart 4.3 September 2025

Nice soft peat, perfum taste. Really a nice experience, nice retro taste

The details

Style: Single Malt
ABV: 56% ABV (112 proof)
Origin: Isla, Scotland

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