North Star 15 Y.O. Caol Ila, Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

North Star 15 Y.O. Caol Ila is a magnificent independent single malt bottling that captures the refined, smoky, and maritime essence of Islay’s celebrated north-eastern coast. Distilled in 2011 and aged for a full 15 years in refill hogshead casks, this release showcases the expertise of Glasgow-based North Star Spirits. Bottled at a robust 49.5% ABV without chill-filtration, the extended maturation allows Caol Ila’s signature peat smoke to soften and harmonise with mature oak, sweet malt, and bright citrus oils for an extraordinarily concentrated dram.

In the glass, it displays a burnished golden hue. The nose opens with an elegant marriage of soft peat smoke and salty sea air, interwoven with fresh lemon peel, sweet orchard fruits, vanilla, and warming spice. On the palate, it is rich and beautifully textured, delivering layers of smoky malt, citrus oils, ripe fruit, and maritime salinity, backed by gentle sweetness, cracked black pepper, and oak spice. The finish is long, warming, and distinctly Islay, leaving lingering peat smoke, sea salt, sweet malt, and citrus zest on the palate.

Whether you are an avid collector of independent Islay bottlings or simply hunting for a rare whisky in Tallinn, this mature single cask expression is a prized find. At Heldeke, we pride ourselves on curating the best whisky collection in Tallinn alongside rare global spirits and boutique wines. Order today from the Heldeke shop to take advantage of fast delivery for Baltic countries and free drink delivery in Tallinn on qualifying orders.