Distillery: Cambus
Bottler: The Cooper’s Choice​
Age: 32 Years
Distilled: September 1991​ | Bottled: January 2024​
Type: Single Grain Scotch Whisky​
Region: Lowland​
Cask Type: Bourbon
Cask Number: 79880
ABV: 47.5%​
Bottles Produced: 264​
Un-chillfiltered​
Natural Colour​
70 cl​

Cameronbridge Distillery, one of Scotland’s oldest grain distilleries, presents an expressive and complex single grain Scotch whisky with this release: Cameronbridge 2009/2025 Signatory Vintage 16 Year Old from the 100 Proof Edition #3 series. It was distilled in 2009 and matured for 16 years in a combination of first- and second-fill Oloroso sherry butts before being bottled in 2025 at a notable alcohol strength of 57.1%. The whisky is non-chillfiltered and retains its natural colour, offering an authentic and unadulterated expression of its character.

The nose features warm and sweet notes of butterscotch and maple syrup, accompanied by a delicate floral elegance. The palate is soft and creamy, with rich nuances of chocolate cake, sultana raisins, and roasted nuts. The sherry-matured profile adds a velvety sweetness and remarkable depth to the flavour, making it a distinctive dram for those who appreciate grain whisky with personality and power.

Cameronbridge has earned a reputation throughout its long history for producing smooth and approachable grain whiskies, and this edition raises the bar by combining tradition with intensive maturation and high strength. The result is a whisky that appeals to both collectors and adventurous tasters, showcasing the distillery’s ability to craft something exceptional within the genre. A whisky that not only reflects Cameronbridge’s heritage but also demonstrates the potential of long maturation and sherry influence in the world of grain whisky.

Signatory’s 100 Proof series is an exclusive collection of high-quality single grain whiskies. This series is known for offering whiskies at 100 proof, equivalent to 57.1% alcohol by volume. Each whisky in this series is handpicked by experts from the Signatory Vintage Scotch Whisky Company.

Distillery: Cameronbridge
Bottler: Signatory Vintage
Series: 100 Proof
Vintage: Distilled: 2009 Bottled: 20/02/2025
Age: 16 years
Type: Single Grain Scotch Whisky
Cask number/type: Refill Oloroso Sherry Butts
ABV: 57.1%
Un-chillfiltered
Natural Colour
70 cl
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From Gordon & MacPhail's series called The Discovery Range. The series consists of three expressions: Sherry, Bourbon, and Smoky. – This edition is Smoky.

Distillery: Caol Ila
Bottler: Gordon & MacPhail
Age: 13 years
Type: Single Islay Malt Whisky
ABV: 43%
70 cl
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Caol Ila 1991/2009 Chieftains 18 Years Single Islay Malt Whisky 48%

Caol Ila 1991 is a classic, refined Islay whisky with a balance of smoke, sweetness, and maritime notes. Distilled in 1991 and matured for 18 years, it was bottled by Chieftain’s Choice at 48% ABV, offering a rich yet approachable tasting experience for both smoke lovers and those seeking a nuanced Islay profile.

In the glass, the whisky has a light golden color with a faint oily sheen. The nose opens with a distinct, pure Islay character: gentle tobacco smoke, sea salt, and seaweed combined with citrus, green apples, and a subtle sweet malt profile. The smoke is present but more elegant than aggressive, allowing room for fresh fruit notes and light spice.

On the palate, this Caol Ila delivers a soft yet complex experience with a fine balance between dry, mineral smoke and pleasant sweetness. Citrus and bright fruits such as pear and lemon are complemented by a touch of honey and vanilla, while the maritime character emerges in notes of salted licorice and light seaweed. The smoke is medium in intensity, well-integrated, and elegant rather than overwhelming.

The finish is long, clean, and persistent with fresh smoke, light salt, and a rounded fruity sweetness blending with hints of malt and spice. The overall impression is a classic Islay whisky with depth, balance, and maritime character, appreciated by both peat enthusiasts and those who seek complexity in a whisky’s profile.

This 18-year-old Caol Ila from Chieftain’s Choice is an excellent representative of the distillery’s ability to combine smoky power with finesse, making it perfect for collectors and whisky lovers who want a classic Islay experience with depth and elegance.

Distillery: Caol Ila
Bottler: Chieftains
Vintage: Distilled: ??/03/1991 - Bottled: ??/05/2009
Age: 18 years
Type: Single Islay Malt Whisky
Cask number/type: German Oak Finish #91821
Alcohol strength: 48%
Number of bottles: 288
Un-chillfiltered
Natural Colour
Other:
70 cl.
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Caol Ila 2011/2022 Hepburns Choice 11 Year Manzanilla Butt Single Cask Malt Whisky 70 cl 46%

Caol Ila 2011 vintage from Hepburn’s Choice. This 11‑year whisky was first matured in a refill bourbon cask and then given a Manzanilla butt finish. The combination of Caol Ila’s maritime smoke and the Manzanilla cask creates an elegant balance of dry smoke, sea breeze and subtle sherry notes.

Distillery: Caol Ila
Name: Hepburns Choice
Bottler: Langside Distillers
Vintage: Distilled 2011, Bottled 2022
Age: 11 years
Type: Single Cask Malt Whisky
Un‑chillfiltered
Natural Colour
ABV: 46%
Bottles: 707
70 cl
Other: Manzanilla Sherry Finish

Caol Ila 2012/2022 The Un-Chillfiltered Collection Signatory Vintage 10 Year Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky 46%

Caol Ila 2012 Signatory 10 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a remarkable expression that perfectly captures the essence of Islay. Matured for 10 years in hogshead casks, it reveals a balanced profile of smoke, peat, and maritime notes that define the region’s character. Bottled at 46%, it offers a smooth yet full-bodied tasting experience with depth and complexity.

On the nose, Caol Ila presents lively aromas of sea air, salty breeze, and a hint of seaweed, followed by a gentle yet enriching peat and smoke presence. The palate delivers a harmonious blend of honeyed sweetness, fresh citrus, and classic Islay peat, complemented by subtle vanilla and spicy oak undertones. The finish is long, with lingering smoke and a touch of salinity that evokes Islay’s rugged coastal landscape.

Distillery: Caol Ila
Bottler: Signatory Vintage
Series: The Un-Chillfiltered Collection
Vintage: Distilled 2012, Bottled 2022
Age: 10 years
Type: Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky
Cask type: Hogsheads
ABV: 46%
Un-chillfiltered
Natural colour
70 cl
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Caol Ila 2013/2025 Lady of the Glen 11 Year Old Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 56.6%

Caol Ila is an exclusive and characterful single cask bottling from the independent Scottish brand Lady of the Glen, known for their carefully selected and hand-picked casks. Distilled at the Caol Ila distillery, one of Islay’s most respected names, this whisky is a testament to the island’s smoky, maritime style. It has matured for 11 years in a refill hogshead, which unfortunately leaked, resulting in only 123 bottles from cask #319952. It is bottled at natural cask strength of 56.6%, offering an intense and unfiltered tasting experience.

On the nose, you are greeted by the classic Caol Ila aromas: fresh peat smoke, seaweed, ocean breeze, and subtle citrus notes. Hints of green apples, toasted oak, and a touch of vanilla from the cask add an intriguing balance between fruitiness and smoke.

The palate reveals the whisky’s strength – an oily and full-bodied mouthfeel with layers of salted caramel, lemon, malted grains, and a deep, spreading smoke across the palate. The high alcohol content delivers a powerful punch, but also great depth where sweetness and spice meet the maritime Islay character.

The finish is long, persistent, and peaty, with notes of ash, freshly ground pepper, and a hint of lemon peel, elegantly concluding the experience with a slightly salty edge.

Distillery: Caol Ila
Bottler: Lady of the Glen
Vintage: Distilled 2013 Bottled 2025
Age: 11 years
Type: Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky
Cask number/type: Hogshead / Cask No. #319952
ABV: 56.6%
Number of bottles: 123
Un-chillfiltered
Natural Colour
70 cl