Caol Ila 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky

Caol Ila 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky, a fresh, sweetly fruity and smooth-bodied dram.

    Nose:    Smoke, vanilla, caramel, apple, light oak, light citrus.

    Taste:    Sweet and tangy, with vanilla, smoke and sweet caramel.

    Finish:   Pleasant ashy finish with citrus notes and honey subtle hints.

Pronounced “Cull Eela", it’s the Gaelic name for the Sound of Islay, which separates the island from Jura. Located in a remote location, sitting on the rugged eastern coast, where it has remained hidden from view since 1846. In 1972, all of the buildings except for the warehouses were demolished and the current distillery was built. At present Caol Ila is the largest distillery on the island and it is owned by Diageo.
Caol Ila is one of the lighter Islay whiskies, pale in colour, with peaty, floral and peppery notes. In addition to being released as a Single Malt, it is used heavily (around 95% of their production) in blends such as Johnnie Walker's Black Label.