Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2011 is a bold and beautifully balanced Islay single malt Scotch whisky, bottled by Hunter Laing & Co. for the celebrated Old Malt Cask 25th Anniversary series. Distilled in 2011 and matured in a single Manzanilla sherry butt, this limited release was bottled in October 2023, yielding 750 bottles.

The influence of Manzanilla sherry cask maturation brings a unique coastal salinity and delicate nuttiness that perfectly complements Caol Ila’s signature smoky maritime spirit. Layers of citrus, sea spray, soft peat smoke, and salted nuts intertwine with gentle sweetness and spice, creating an elegant and highly distinctive Islay malt.

Why We Think You’ll Love It

• 12 year old Islay single malt Scotch whisky from Caol Ila
• Matured in a single Manzanilla sherry butt
• Distilled 2011, bottled October 2023
• Limited to 750 bottles
• Bottled by Hunter Laing & Co. for the Old Malt Cask 25th Anniversary series
• A unique fusion of coastal peat smoke and dry sherry complexity

The Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2011 Old Malt Cask 25th Anniversary is a refined and highly characterful Islay single malt, balancing elegant peat smoke with the savoury coastal influence of Manzanilla sherry cask maturation. Distinctive, complex, and deeply rewarding, it’s an exceptional whisky for lovers of smoky Scotch with a twist