16 September 2026

Caol Ila 1981

2017 Wemyss Malts SIngle Cask Release

Winning Bid
£320
NO RESERVE

Caol Ila 1981

2017 Wemyss Malts SIngle Cask Release
Lot #0770379
FINISH DATE
30 April 2020
' Carpaccio Salsa Verde ' From Islay distillery Caol Ila, a handcrafted Single malt Vintage 1981, this Single cask release was bottled by Wemyss Malts in 2017 with an outturn of only 274 bottles.
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
  • BOTTLER
    Wemyss Malt
  • CASK TYPE
    Hogshead
  • DISTILLERY
    Caol Ila
  • TYPE
    Full Size
  • SIZE
    70 cl
  • STRENGTH
    46%
  • BOTTLES PRODUCED
    274
  • CASK TYPE
    Hogshead
  • APPROX. SHIPPING WEIGHT (kg)
    2
Region
Scotland, Islay
Scotland, Islay
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