House of McCallum 8 year Caol Ila #3431-36 – Islay Single Malt Whisky 46,5%

House of McCallum 8 Year Old Caol Ila #3431-36 is a characterful Islay single malt whisky from the acclaimed Vintage Collection. Distilled on December 8, 2010 and bottled in September 2019, this edition represents the classic, smoky Islay style – wrapped in the elegant sweetness of the bourbon cask and bottled at a fine strength of 46.5%.

Sourced from the iconic Caol Ila distillery on Islay, the whisky is aged in bourbon hogshead, providing a beautiful balance of peat smoke, citrus freshness and vanilla notes. Only 1825 bottles have been released from casks #3431-36, making this edition an attractive bottle for collectors and Islay lovers alike.

Bourbon Hogshead – Classic Islay in Pure Form

The bourbon hogshead maturation emphasizes Caol Ila’s elegant and maritime style. The peat smoke takes center stage, while the cask adds notes of vanilla, light caramel and subtle spice.

The whisky is chill-filtered and bottled at natural color, ensuring maximum flavor intensity and authenticity. This means you get the whisky exactly as it has developed in the cask.

Tasting notes

Aroma: Classic Islay smoke, sea salt, citrus, light medicinal peat and a hint of vanilla.

Taste: Elegant and balanced with peat smoke, fresh lemon, sweet malt, vanilla and slightly spicy oak.

Finish: Long and persistent with smoke, salted caramel and maritime notes.

House of McCallum – The Vintage Collection

House of McCallum is known for their carefully selected single cask and small batch bottlings, where quality and character are in focus. The Vintage Collection highlights unique casks from Scotland’s most recognized distilleries – always respecting the whisky’s origin and natural expression.

This 8 year old Caol Ila is a fine example of young, energetic Islay whisky with plenty of personality and balance.

• Product: House of McCallum 8 year Caol Ila #3431-36
• Type: Single malt Scotch whisky
• Region: Islay, Scotland
• Distillery: Caol Ila
• Distilled: December 8, 2010
• Bottled: September 2019
• Age: 8 years
• Cask type: Bourbon Hogshead
• Unchill filtered: Yes
• Natural color: Yes
• Cask number: 3431-36
• Number of bottles: 1825
• Quantity: 70 cl
• Alcohol content: 46.5%