Caol Ila 175th Anniversary 24 Year Old
The Caol Ila 175th Anniversary 24 Year Old is a rare and exceptional release crafted to celebrate nearly two centuries of distilling mastery on Islay’s rugged shores. Founded in 1846, the Caol Ila distillery is renowned for its signature balance of smoky elegance and maritime freshness. This limited-edition 24-year-old single malt captures the essence of that legacy, showcasing the distillery’s timeless craftsmanship and dedication to quality.
Matured for over two decades, this remarkable whisky opens with a luscious nose of fresh orchard fruits, intertwined with gentle campfire smoke and a hint of coastal breeze. On the palate, sweet honeyed malt meets a touch of sea salt, delicate pepper spice, and a whisper of peat smoke. The long, warm finish leaves notes of soft spice, cocoa, and glowing embers, embodying the very soul of Islay.
Bottled at 52.1% ABV and limited to only 3,000 bottles worldwide, the Caol Ila 175th Anniversary 24 Year Old is a collector’s gem — a tribute to 175 years of Islay whisky excellence.
🪶 Tasting Notes
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Aroma: Clean and fresh with light campfire smoke, buttery pastry, and subtle fruit sweetness.
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Palate: Soft honey and vanilla balanced by sea salt, gentle peat, and a touch of spice.
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Finish: Long, warm, and smooth with lingering smoke, cocoa, and delicate char.
Features
| Category | Scotch Whiskey |
| ABV | 52.1% |
| Country | Scotland |
| Size | 70cl |
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Astounding. Long, maritime-ashy. A nice vanilla sweetness with some fruit.
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With water: no, that one almost a little too weak on the chest
Conclusion: I have rarely found so much intense lemon in a whisky, which makes it very unusual for me, you can also tell it’s age. But considering the occasion (175 years of CI), the price and the expectations it aroused, it is somehow disappointing.