Caol Ila 1968 Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection

Distilled in 1968 at the famed Caol Ila distillery on Islay, this single malt was matured for nearly five decades under the watchful eye of Gordon & MacPhail, a family business with over a century of whisky expertise. Bottled in 2018 from a single refill sherry hogshead (cask 4021901), this expression offers a complex profile shaped by both the distillery’s coastal character and the influence of the sherry oak. Expect a rich and layered experience with notes of smoky peat, dried fruits, and a subtle maritime salinity, presented at a robust 52.5% ABV. Limited to just 199 bottles, this Caol Ila represents a rare opportunity to savour a piece of Islay’s history.