Berry Bros & Rudd·The Auld & The BoldCaol Ila

Berry Bros & Rudd Caol Ila Cask Ref. 312219 is a 14-year-old Islay single malt bottled from a single cask at natural strength. Caol Ila is widely known for combining coastal character and peat smoke with a cleaner, more approachable style than some other Islay whiskies.

This release was matured in a hogshead and finished in a Muscat cask, which suggests the smoky distillery style may be joined by sweeter, grapey wine influence. For a novice, expect a whisky where peat and maritime notes are likely to meet a layer of fruitier richness from the cask.