Founded in 1846 near Port Askaig on Islay by Hector Henderson, Caol Ila means 'Sound of Islay' in Gaelic. The freshwater supply was one of the reasons for its location, and water has been important in many ways ever since - a waterfall provided power for the barley elevators and pressure for the fire hydrants. Today, a new heat exchanger uses the sea to cool the hot process water before returning it to the condensers, where for many years all supplies arrived and drums left by sea, on a small coaster called Pibroch.
Nose: Sweet aromas of ripe fruit and vanilla. Mouth: A smooth texture with notes of honey and sweet spices. Finish: A long, warm finish with notes of oak and dried fruit.
Nose: Orkeney Signatory 100 proof n°30 whisky offers rich aromas of ripe fruit, honey and vanilla, with a subtle hint of smoke. Feel: On the palate, there are notes of caramel, pear and spice, with a velvety texture and lovely complexity. Finish: The finish is long and warm, leaving lingering notes of dried fruit and oak on the palate.
Nose: Tormore 12 Years Old reveals delicate aromas of ripe fruit, vanilla and honey, with a light floral touch. Feel: On the palate, this single malt offers balanced flavors of stone fruit, toffee and woody notes, all wrapped up in a velvety smoothness. Finish: The finish of Tormore 12 Years Old is moderately long, leaving a gentle spicy warmth and hints of dried fruit on the palate.