Caol Ila 35 Year Old 1984 Prima & Ultima Cask 5773

‘Prime & Ultima’, meaning the ‘first and last’ in Latin, was launched by Diageo in 2020. This luxurious collection features rare vintage collectible single malts bottled with natural cask strength - and each bottle was selected by Diageo’s master blender Dr Jim Beveridge OBE.
As mentioned by Jim, this Caol Ila was special to him, as he had worked in Caol Ila and the early eighties were a time of great change on Islay - Caol Ila was prized by whisky lovers at that time. As the last examples of that special time, mature casks from 1984 are vanishingly rare today.

Mild in aroma, on the palate it is smooth and rich , with smoky notes, fruity sweetness, salty savouriness - just like sweet-glazed meat roasting on the barbecue. It finishes with some smoky and spicy notes.

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Origin: Scotland

Region: Islay

Distillery / Producer: Caol Ila

Age: 35 Year Old

Distilled Date: 1984

Bottled Date: 09.02.2019

Cask Type: Refill European Oak Butt

Cask No.: 5773

Number of Bottles: 499

ABV: 50.80%

Volume: 700ml

Caol Ila

Caol Ila is the largest distillery on Islay, established in 1846, and has long served as a key component in blended whiskies due to its efficient and consistent production. Named after the “Sound of Islay,” the distillery overlooks the scenic waters between Islay and Jura. Despite its large scale, Caol Ila remained under the radar for many years until single malt drinkers began to appreciate its subtler charms. Its signature style blends clean, balanced peat smoke with light fruitiness and a gentle maritime character, making it more refined than many of its Islay counterparts.

While much of its output goes into blends like Johnnie Walker, Caol Ila also offers a solid lineup of single malts, including the 12 Year Old and Distillers Edition. The distillery frequently participates in special cask projects and limited releases, demonstrating its versatility and innovation. With the opening of a new visitor center in 2022, Caol Ila has gained greater visibility, inviting whisky lovers to discover the understated power behind this Islay giant.