Caol Ila, meaning 'Sound of Islay' in Gaelic, is the largest distillery on Islay and is known for its distinctive smoky and peaty character, balanced with notes of citrus, green apple, and a briny freshness. Its whiskies are often used in blends but are also highly regarded as single malts.

Islay Region
A small island off the west coast of Scotland, Islay (pronounced "Eye-luh") is revered worldwide for producing the most intensely peated whiskies on earth. With ten active distilleries on an island of just 3,200 residents, Islay punches far above its weight in the whisky world.
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