Caol Ila Elements of Islay, Bourbon Cask, Batch No. Cl8, Elixir Distillers, 55.2%

Established as Speciality Drinks in 1999, Elixir Distillers was set up by brothers Sukhinder and Raj Singh who are also known for founding the online spirits retail site the Whisky Exchange. The independent bottlers have several ranges including the Single Malts of Scotland, Elements of Islay, and Port Askaig. The Elements range draws its inspiration from traditional medical laboratory labels. This 8th Elements of Islay bottling from Caol Ila is a marriage of five bourbon barrels from the mid-2000s. The Elements of Islay are a range of iconic, small-batch, expertly sourced independently bottled whiskies.