Caol Ila 25 Year Old – Official Bottling, 43% ABV, 70cl

A mature official Caol Ila with strong collector and drinker appeal, this 25 Year Old was introduced in 2010 following the earlier cask strength editions released in 2004 and 2005. Notably, it was the first officially bottled Caol Ila 25 Year Old to be presented at 43% ABV, offering a more approachable style while retaining the distillery’s signature coastal smoke and elegance.

Key Details:
- Distillery: Caol Ila
- Region: Islay, Scotland
- Founder: Hector Henderson
- Founded: 1846
- Expression: 25 Year Old
- Release Type: Official bottling
- Introduced: 2010
- ABV: 43%
- Bottle Size: 70cl
- Notable Detail: First official Caol Ila 25 Year Old bottled at 43% ABV
- Packaging: box included 
- Fill Level: Into Neck

Distillery Background:
- Founded in 1846 by Hector Henderson near Port Askaig
- Later acquired by Bulloch Lade, who built a pier at the distillery
- Taken over by DCL (now Diageo) in 1927
- Original distillery demolished in 1972 and rebuilt with six new stills
- Later developments included experimentation with unpeated malt
- Caol Ila 12 Year Old became the first permanent official bottling in 2002
- Capacity increased to 6.5 million litres per year following 2011 upgrades
- Diageo announced a new visitor centre in 2018

Tasting Notes:
- Nose: Soft coastal smoke, citrus peel, sea air, vanilla, and gentle oak.
- Palate: Elegant peat, oily malt, lemon, light pepper, and a subtle sweetness balanced by maritime notes.
- Finish: Long, smoky and drying with lingering salt, ash, and oak spice.

Why Collect / Buy:
- Official 25 Year Old Caol Ila with mature Islay character
- First 43% edition of the official Caol Ila 25 Year Old
- Strong appeal for both Islay collectors and drinkers seeking older Caol Ila
- A smart addition to any Diageo, Islay, or age-statement collection

Seller Notes:
- Caol Ila 25 Year Old official bottling, introduced in 2010
- First official 25 Year Old release bottled at 43% ABV
- Fill level: Into Neck
- Packaging: box included 
- Stored upright in a cool, dark environment
- Please review photos carefully for overall condition

Bidder Confidence:
- Photos form part of the description—please check fill level and any cosmetic wear
- Professionally packed for shipping; UK & international shipping available
- Buyer responsible for any local duties/taxes/import restrictions