Caol Ila 11 Year Old Saturn V 50th Anniversary Edition Launch Pad

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Caol Ila 11 Year Old Saturn V 50th Anniversary Edition Launch Pad is a unique and highly collectible Islay single malt Scotch whisky, specially bottled to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the legendary Saturn V rocket. Read more
Caol Ila 11 Year Old Saturn V 50th Anniversary Edition Launch Pad
Regular price £252.00 GBP
Regular price Sale price £252.00 GBP
£210.00 ex VAT
Sale Sold out
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Bottle Information

Cask Type: first fill bourbon barrel
Type: Single Malt Scotch
Volume: 70cl
Region: Islay
Vintage: 2010
Age: 11 Year Old
ABV: 56.10%

Tasting Notes

Expect cosmic smoke screen, vanilla pod clusters and a long martime intersetellar finish.

Caol Ila 11 Year Old Saturn V 50th Anniversary Edition Launch Pad is a unique and highly collectible Islay single malt Scotch whisky, specially bottled to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the legendary Saturn V rocket. Matured in a single first fill bourbon barrel and bottled in 2022, this limited release comprises just 132 bottles—paired with a specially commissioned “Launch Pad” crafted from ex-Scotch whisky casks.

Distilled at Caol Ila Distillery, this youthful yet characterful expression showcases the distillery’s signature balance of peat smoke, citrus, and maritime influence. First fill bourbon maturation adds layers of vanilla sweetness and gentle spice, creating a vibrant and expressive dram.

This commemorative edition honours the Saturn V rocket, which powered the historic Apollo missions—including the final Moon landing on Apollo 17 mission—and launched Skylab, the United States’ first space station.

Why We Think You’ll Love It

  • Limited edition Islay single malt Scotch whisky from Caol Ila Distillery
  • Bottled 2022 to mark the 50th Anniversary of the Saturn V rocket
  • Matured in a single first fill bourbon barrel
  • Ultra-limited release of just 132 bottles
  • Includes a unique whisky cask “Launch Pad” display
  • A collectible fusion of whisky and space exploration history

The Caol Ila 11 Year Old Saturn V 50th Anniversary Edition Launch Pad is a bold and imaginative release, combining classic Islay character with a striking commemorative theme. A must-have for collectors, whisky enthusiasts, and space history fans alike.

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Caol Ila Distillery, founded in 1846 by Hector Henderson on a sheltered yet rocky northeastern stretch of the Isle of Islay, is celebrated not only for its breathtaking views across the Sound of Islay—where everything from naval battleships to whales has been spotted—but also for its status as the largest malt whisky distillery on Islay. Renowned for crafting both peated and unpeated expressions, Caol Ila offers iconic releases like the 12 Year Old and the Distiller’s Edition. Each year, the distillery plays a prominent role in Feis Ile, the Islay Festival of Malt and Music, delighting enthusiasts worldwide with its Islay single malt heritage and coastal charm.
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