Caol Ila 1980 / 40 Year Old / Xtra Old Particular Islay Whisky
- Distillery
- Caol Ila
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £1750
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Leathery, Honey, Dried Fruit, Medicinal, Old Wood
- Description
- Caol Ila 1980 is a 40-year-old single malt matured in a refill hogshead and bottled by Douglas Laing at 54.6% ABV in June 2021. Four decades of maturation have concentrated the distillery's maritime character into layers of sea salt, acrid smoke, leather, and malted barley. Honey-glazed meat, black pepper, dried orange peel, and smouldering bonfire embers develop across the palate, supported by viscous texture and a long, evolving finish. This rare, decades-old expression suits collectors and those seeking a profound expression of aged Islay whisky.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Caol Ila 1980 / 40 Year Old / Xtra Old Particular Islay Whisky is a from Caol Ila (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, intensely smoky and sweet character — smokey, leathery, honey, dried fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Caol Ila 1980 is a 40-year-old single malt matured in a refill hogshead and bottled by Douglas Laing at 54.6% ABV in June 2021. Four decades of maturation have concentrated the distillery's maritime character into layers of sea salt, acrid smoke, leather, and malted barley. Honey-glazed meat, black pepper, dried orange peel, and smouldering bonfire embers develop across the palate, supported by viscous texture and a long, evolving finish. This rare, decades-old expression suits collectors and those seeking a profound expression of aged Islay whisky.
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