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Caol Ila 9 Year Old International Exclusive Whisky

4.8 · 24 Spirit Hives stories

Single malt Scotch whisky · Scotland · 55.2% ABV · 700 ml

$199.99 USD

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About this bottle

Caol Ila’s Caol Ila 9 Year Old International Exclusive Whisky is a single malt Scotch whisky from Scotland in our whiskey range. It is bottled at 55.2% ABV, carrying a 9-year age statement, in a 700 ml bottle. Producer tasting notes — on the nose: Delicate and impressive depth on the nose; on the palate: Parma Violets, Baked Cherry & Charred Sea Shell; finish: Elegant long lasting aftertaste.

Described by the producer as a limited or special release. Quantities are not guaranteed.

Tasting notes

Nose
Delicate and impressive depth on the nose.
Palate
Parma Violets, Baked Cherry & Charred Sea Shell.
Finish
Elegant long lasting aftertaste.

Product facts

Producer / brandCaol Ila
StyleSingle malt Scotch whisky
CategoryWhiskey › Scotch whisky › Single malt
CountryScotland
Alcohol55.2% ABV (110.4 proof)
Bottle size700 ml
Age statement9 years
PackSingle bottle
CollectionsLimited releasesCask strength & high proofSingle malts$100 – $250
Product IDsh-ca-7891790561418
GTIN / MPNNot supplied by the producer record

Serving & pairing

Serve neat with a few drops of water to open the aromas. Lighter styles suit smoked salmon and shortbread; peated styles suit blue cheese and oysters.

Single malt or blended Scotch?

Single malt means one distillery, 100% malted barley, pot stills. Blended Scotch mixes malt whisky from several distilleries with lighter grain whisky, aiming for consistency and approachability. Blended malt (no grain whisky) sits between the two. Neither is inherently better; single malts show one distillery’s character while good blends show balance.

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First Scotch

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