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Caol Ila 1978/2001 23YO 61.7% Rare Malts
This Caol Ila 1978/2001 23YO is a commanding single malt from the iconic Islay distillery, released as part of Diageo’s celebrated Rare Malts Selection. Distilled in 1978 and bottled at the turn of the millennium, this whisky spent 23 years maturing before being bottled at a natural cask strength of 61.7% ABV, offering a bold and uncompromising expression of Caol Ila’s signature maritime character.
Renowned for its smoky elegance and coastal complexity, this rare release reveals rich layers of red fruits, dry oak, vanilla sweetness, and peppery spice, all wrapped in a haze of earthy peat. Just a splash of water unlocks additional herbal and dried fruit notes, offering greater nuance to this already powerful dram.
A true gem for collectors and lovers of robust Islay malts, this bottling captures the essence of Caol Ila in its most intense and unfiltered form.
Specifications
Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery: Caol Ila
Region: Islay
Bottler: Distillery Bottling
Bottling Series: Rare Malts Selection
Vintage: 1978
Bottled: 2001
Age: 23 years
Cask Type: Oak Cask
Strength: 61.7% ABV
Size: 700ml
Bottle number: 3255
An unrepeatable Islay classic—Caol Ila at full strength, full age, and full character. A must-have for any serious Scotch collection.
Founded in 1846, Caol Ila is one of the most respected names on Islay, known for producing some of the island’s most approachable yet distinctive peated whiskies. Located on the northeastern coast, the distillery offers breathtaking views of the Paps of Jura and draws its pure water from Loch nam Ban. Though often used in blends, its single malts are prized for their balance of smoke, sea, and subtle floral notes.
