The Caol Ila Spirit Window

La ventana del espíritu de Caol Ila
Serie: Distilleries
Technique: Acrylic on canvas
Size: 50 x 40 cm
Year: 2024

Inspired on a photography of Caol Ila Distillery posted by Cara Baillie

Caol Ila is derived from the Gaelic Caol Ìle for "Sound of Islay" (literally "Strait of Islay") in reference to the location of the distillery overlooking the strait between Islay and Jura.
The distillery is situated on the north east coast of Islay with magnificent views across the Strait of Islay to the spectacular Paps of Jura.

Caol Ila is one of the lightest Islay whiskeys, pale in color, with peat, floral and spicy notes. In addition to being sold as single malt whiskey, it is widely used (around 95% of its production) in blends such as Johnnie Walker's Black Label (owned by Diageo).

This painting I made of the styles and incredible view of the distilling room is another artistic tribute to the people who make such wonderful whisky.
Sláinte!

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