Caskshare Collective Series CA.16.01 is an eight-year-old Caol Ila single malt from Islay, distilled in 2016 and drawn from a single ex-bourbon barrel. It is bottled at natural cask strength, 60.8% ABV (121.6 proof), with no chill filtration or added colouring, and only 267 bottles were released worldwide.
The Collective Series is Caskshare's range of independent single-cask bottlings, each with bespoke label artwork. This one showcases the raw, coastal power of Caol Ila, the largest distillery on Islay, famous for its elegant, oily and smoky malt.
Classic ex-bourbon maturation lets the vibrant, smoky and zesty Caol Ila spirit shine without heavy wood influence: an unadulterated snapshot of Islay's maritime character.
Uncut, single cask and tiny in number, it is a prize for Islay lovers.
Scotch whisky must be distilled and matured in Scotland for at least three years in oak casks, and any age statement on the label refers to the youngest whisky in the bottle.
Tasting Notes
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Profile: Vibrant, smoky and zesty, with maritime character and light oak.
Specifications
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Bottler: Caskshare (Collective Series)
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Distillery: Caol Ila, Islay
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Style: Single Malt Scotch Whisky, single cask
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Distilled / Age: 2016, 8 years
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Cask: Ex-bourbon barrel
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Proof / ABV: 121.6 proof (60.8% ABV), natural cask strength
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Bottles: 267
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Region: Islay, Scotland
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Size: 700ml
How to Enjoy It
Add water a few drops at a time to tame the strength and release the smoke and citrus. Pair it with oysters, smoked salmon or a sharp cheddar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which distillery made this whisky?
Caol Ila on Islay, distilled in 2016.
How many bottles exist?
267 bottles from a single ex-bourbon barrel.
What strength is it?
60.8% ABV, natural cask strength, non-chill filtered.
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