Signatory Vintage Caol Ila 10 Year Old – 100 Proof Edition #49

The Signatory Vintage Caol Ila 10 Year Old 100 Proof Edition #49 is a remarkable marriage of Islay’s maritime peat character and the rich influence of first-fill Oloroso sherry casks. Released as part of Signatory Vintage’s acclaimed 100 Proof Series, this whisky is bottled at 57.1% ABV—the traditional British definition of “100 Proof”—allowing the spirit to showcase its full intensity, texture, and complexity without compromise.

Distilled in 2014 and matured for ten years in First Fill Oloroso Sherry Butts, this expression highlights the synergy between Caol Ila’s elegant peat smoke and the deep, fruit-driven richness of sherry cask maturation.

The nose opens with Caol Ila’s signature clean peat smoke, layered with bright orange zest, dark chocolate, and subtle maritime notes. On the palate, coastal salinity intertwines with concentrated raisins, espresso, and rich sherry sweetness, creating a powerful yet beautifully structured profile. The high bottling strength carries these flavors effortlessly across the palate, delivering exceptional depth and texture.

The finish is long, intense, and satisfying, with lingering waves of peat smoke, dried fruits, dark cocoa, and maritime minerality. The balance between smoky Islay character and rich Oloroso influence makes this an outstanding example of modern independent bottling at its finest.

For enthusiasts of both peated whisky and sherry maturation, Signatory Vintage Caol Ila 10 Year Old 100 Proof Edition #49 offers a bold and uncompromising expression that showcases the best qualities of both worlds.