Old Particular Caol Ila is a single malt Scotch whisky from Islay, a region known for smoky styles. Caol Ila is especially well regarded for combining peat smoke with a cleaner, more coastal character than some other Islay whiskies.
At 10 years old and bottled from a single cask at 48.4% ABV, this should offer a focused snapshot of the distillery’s house style. For a novice drinker, expect noticeable smoke alongside salty, maritime notes rather than a heavy, sweet profile.