Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 279) - First Cask
- Distillery
- Caol Ila
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 46%
- Age
- 21 years
- Price
- £399
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Oily, Kippery, Old Wood, Leathery
- Description
- This Caol Ila from 1981 matured for 21 years in a single cask, capturing the Islay distillery's characteristic smoke and maritime influence before independent bottling by First Cask at 46% ABV.
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Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 279) - First Cask is a 21-year-old single malt from Caol Ila (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 46% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, oaky and peaty character — smokey, oily, kippery, old wood. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
This Caol Ila from 1981 matured for 21 years in a single cask, capturing the Islay distillery's characteristic smoke and maritime influence before independent bottling by First Cask at 46% ABV.
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