Caol Ila 12 Years Old
Bulloch Lade 1980s Italian Import (75cl)
Winning Bid
£525
NO RESERVE
Caol Ila 12 Years Old
Bulloch Lade 1980s Italian Import (75cl)
Lot #0840566
FINISH DATE
30 November 2020
Rare sighting of an old 12-year-old bottling from Caol Ila from the 1980s. Italian Import.
Caol Ila
Islay’s biggest distillery is arguably its most consistent and underappreciated. Caol Ila was established in 1846 and when through a handful of owners thanks to various financial difficulties. The biggest change came in 1972 when the distillery and the majority of buildings were demolished and rebuilt. Famously, stepping into the gap during this period was inaction was the Brora distillery in Sutherland. After further investment in 2011, Caol Ila’s capacity increased to 6.5 million litres as its reputation continued to grow. Widely available in official versions and via independent bottlers, it now forms part of the Johnnie Walker experience with enhanced facilities for visitors.
Lot Features
Region
Scotland, Islay
