Caol Ila
12 Years Old
Country: Port Askaig, Isle of Islay, Scotland
Region: Islay
Style: Single malt
Raw material: Barley
Alcohol: 43%
Caol Ila Distillery was established in 1846 by Hector Henderson on the rugged eastern coast of Isla.
Pronounced “Cull Eela”. It’s the Gaelic name for the Sound of Islay, which separates the island from Jura.
Caol Ila whiskey is made from malted barley locally at Port Ellen and pure spring water from limestone in nearby Loch Nam Ban.
Tasting Notes
Colour: Golden
Aroma: Subdued, citric fruitiness, and little or no trace of smoke
Taste: Smooth and pleasant mouth-feel, sweet smokiness, and maritime notes
Variants:
15 Years Old
18 Years Old