Caol Ila may be the workhorse of Islay, but in single cask form, it transforms. This 10 year old release from Douglas Laing’s Old Particular series captures Caol Ila without the smoke and mirrors, unchillfiltered, no coloring, no compromise. It's raw Islay, maritime, peaty, and unmistakably alive.

Old Particular – Caol Ila 10 Year Old Single Cask
Brand: Caol Ila (Old Particular) | Category: Single Malt | ABV: Cask Strength (varies by bottling) | Origin: Islay, Scotland | Vol: 700ml

Tasting Profile
Nose: Fresh ocean spray with lemon peel and charred driftwood. Hints of smoked fish, seaweed, and medicinal peat waft through like a coastal breeze.
Palate: Salty, smoky, and precise. Notes of ash, grilled lime, and oily barley surge forward, backed by green apple skin and a briny depth that evokes the open sea.
Finish: Lingering peat smoke and a touch of iodine carry the finish, like watching the mist roll over Port Askaig at dusk.

Production Details
This single cask Caol Ila was selected and bottled by Douglas Laing as part of their Old Particular range, dedicated to showcasing whisky at its most honest. No chill filtration. No artificial coloring. Just Islay’s spirit, loud and clear.

Perfect For
Cold, windswept nights. Smoky campfires. Deep conversations. This dram isn’t about comfort, it’s about clarity, grit, and the power of untamed coastal whisky.

Expert Notes
Caol Ila’s elegance often hides behind its peat. In single cask form, its maritime DNA shines with full force. This 10 year old is youthful, but layered, a textbook example of how Caol Ila balances smoke with structure.

Customer Reviews
“Sharp, smoky, and clean. Reminded me of standing on a pier in winter.”   Liam, Baguio
“If you love Islay, this is a must. No fluff, just flavor.”   Drew, Pasay
“Bright and briny with that classic Caol Ila punch. Loved it neat and with a splash.”   Carmela, Davao

Interesting Fact
Despite being one of Islay’s largest distilleries, Caol Ila's single malts are rarely spotlighted in their purest form. Most go into blends. This Old Particular bottling is a rare solo performance and it's stunning.

Serving Suggestions
Serve neat for full intensity. A few drops of water tease out citrus, minerals, and more maritime notes. It pairs beautifully with oysters or smoked salmon, if you're feeling indulgent.

Distillery Background
Perched above the Sound of Islay, Caol Ila has been producing whisky since 1846. Known for its clean, crisp style of peat, it's a favorite among blenders and connoisseurs who know how powerful it becomes when left to speak for itself. This Old Particular bottling is that voice, bold, coastal, unforgettable.