It's that exciting time of year when Octomore returns! Octomore 15.1, the backbone to the Octomore series and a great comparison to which the other expressions alternate and evolve. Distilled at the Bruichladdich distillery and matured in a combination of first fill bourbon barrels and re-charred ex-bourbon casks for 5 years. Peated to 108.2 PPM, bottled close to cask strength, 59.1% vol, un-chill filtered and without any additional colouring.
'The result is a raw and uncompromising single malt whisky which demonstrates Octomore’s refined strength of character, balancing smooth vanilla custard and sweet charred oak with heady peat smoke.'
For a limited time only, we've bundled up Octomore 15.1 with a 3cl sample and Bruichladdich branded tasting glass.
Tasting Notes
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Nose
Caramel and vibrant citrus open on the nose, delicately wrapped in Octomore’s dry, earthy peat smoke. Spicy aniseed, vanilla and smooth custard follow, with a tropical fruit, geranium and a hint of ginger complementing the sweet malt.
Palate
Immediate heat on the palate is balanced with sweet dry malt and earthy smoke. A refreshing medley of mango, banana and apricot jam cuts through the heady peat, beautifully rounded with vanilla custard and toffee. A drop of water allows the smoke to open and brings subtle marine notes and warm sand.
Finish
Peat smoke, vanilla and sweet charred oak settle on the finish, with a fresh marine crispness.