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Caol Ila 40 Year Old 1982 Private Collection is a prestigious Islay single malt Scotch whisky, distilled in February 1982 and matured for four decades in a single refill American hogshead (#691). Bottled in November 2022 by Gordon & MacPhail for their acclaimed Private Collection series, this remarkable expression is presented in a bespoke hand-blown crystal decanter, with only 121 decanters released globally.

Why We Think You’ll Love It

  • 40-year-old Caol Ila of exquisite elegance

  • Rare single cask (#691) bottling

  • Only 121 hand-blown crystal decanters

  • A masterful balance of age, Islay character, and wood influence

A beautifully restrained and contemplative Caol Ila—Islay refinement at its peak.

Bottle Information

Bottler: Gordon & MacPhail
Cask Type: refill american hogshead
Cask #: #691
ABV: 49.50%
Type: Single Malt Scotch
Region: Islay
Age: 40 Year Old
Vintage: 1982
Volume: 70cl

Tasting Notes

NOSE: FRAGRANT TROPICAL PINE APPLE AND MANGO NOTES COMBINE WITH SPICED PEAR . SWEET SEVILLE ORANGE NOTES GIVE WAY TO SUBTLE VANILLA AND RICH SMOKE.

TASTE: CURED MEAT FLAVOURS LEAD TO CITRUS ZEST AND A HINT OF WALNUT . DRIED APRICOT COMES TO THE FORE ALONGSIDE ANISEED AND BLACK PEPPER.

FINISH: FULL AND LONG FINISH WITH LINGERING HONEY DEW MELON AND BONFIRE EMBERS.

Caol Ila
Cask #691

Caol Ila 40 Year Old 1982 Private Collection (2022)

Regular price £1,800.00 GBP
Regular price Sale price £1,800.00 GBP
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£1,500.00 GBP ex VAT

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