Caol Ila 12 Years Old
(70cl)
Winning Bid
£37
NO RESERVE
Caol Ila 12 Years Old
(70cl)
Lot #1080091
FINISH DATE
30 November 2022
Each expression of Caol Ila (pronounced ‘Cull Ee-la’) reflects a special quality of the light at this remote Islay distillery, where sublime malt whiskies have been made for over a hundred and sixty years. Together they picture a day in its secret cove on the sound of Islay. The smoothness and fine balance of Caol Ila 12 year old suggest the rounded shape of the stills, softly outlined in a cloudy day's first glimpse of the sun. Fresh and fruity, it is the classic expression of the Caol Ila character, first seen in 1846.
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.
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Region
Scotland, Islay
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