Caol Ila 18 Years Old
SMWS 53.201
Winning Bid
£100
NO RESERVE
Caol Ila 18 Years Old
SMWS 53.201
Lot #0241274
FINISH DATE
30 November 2015
From The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, a well-aged Caol Ila, matured for 18 years in a single refill ex-sherry butt. Distilled 29th August 1995, One of only 575 bottles. "True love on a pebble beach".
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
Region
Scotland, Islay
