Caol Ila Connoisseurs Choice Single Malt Scotch Whisky 1977 Vintage

Colour

Deep golden amber with coppery highlights and a sunlit, sherry-warmed glow.

Nose

Ocean-kissed and richly peated, this Caol Ila unfurls with sea-salt brine and iodine, tempered by a soft medicinal lift. Citrus zest and vanilla mingle with toasted oak, while a whisper of sherry adds depth. A refined coastal smoke lingers, balancing peat, salt and a subtle sweetness.

Palate

Silky coastal peat and iodine rise on the palate, brushed with sea-salt. Sherry-influenced dark fruit—fig and prune—softened by creamy toffee and cocoa. Spiced oak lends backbone, while the finish returns to smoky peat with a delicate mineral crisp and a hint of orange zest.

Finish

Long, maritime finish with peat smoke and sea salt; hints of dried fruit and sherry sweetness gradually unfold, leaving a wispy iodine, light leather, and a refined, warming oak spice that lingers.