After a full 17 years in the cask, we at Fadandel are delighted to present a particularly inviting Quarter Cask bottling from Caol Ila. This whisky has matured in an Ex-Bourbon Quarter Cask, which has given it a beautiful depth and complexity – without compromising the distinctive peaty smoke for which Caol Ila is renowned. The whisky has been in this Quarter Cask for almost 3 years before bottling, and before that, in a Hogshead.
As has been our standard practice for the past 14 years, this bottling is released at full cask strength of 57.5%, with only 89 bottles of 70 cl drawn from the cask – and without the use of chill filtration or added colouring. That means you get the whisky exactly as it developed in the cask: unadulterated, honest, and full of character. Nothing here is polished or adjusted – just pure, authentic flavour, exactly as we prefer it.
In the glass, this 17-year-old Caol Ila offers a powerful peat smoke that immediately evokes the classic, smoky Ardbeg bottlings of the past. Behind the smoky veil lies a fine sweetness that beautifully balances the profile and allows the complexity to shine through. The finish is long and distinctly medicinal – a signature many Caol Ila fans will recognize and deeply appreciate. We’re excited to delve even deeper into the tasting notes once the bottles arrive at our warehouse. Until then, we can say with confidence that this release will be a must-have for fans of peated Islay whisky with age, depth, and raw authenticity.
Limited bottles available
With only a very limited number of bottles (89 pcs.), we expect them to sell out relatively quickly. So if you’d like to get your hands on one of these 17-year-old Caol Ila bottles from an Ex-Bourbon Quarter Cask, you’ll likely need to act fast. If you’re curious about the cask shares we currently offer, you can find them on this page.
