Octomore 15.2, a wonderful opportunity to compare to Ocotmore 15.1 as it's been distilled using the same batch of Scottish grown barley and also malted to 108.2 PPM! 15.2 has been matured for 5 years in a combination of second fill wine and second fill bourbon casks then finished in first fill Cognac casks! Bottled close to cask strength, 57.9% vol, un-chill filtered and without any additional colouring.
'Hints of nutmeg, toasted oak and caramel add smoothness to the palate, with the delicate floral character of Octomore coming to the fore.'
Tasting Notes
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Nose
Sweet citrus, lime zest and lemon meringue pie open on the nose, followed by toasted oak and a hint of earthy smoke. A medley of tropical fruit enhances the vibrancy of the single malt whisky, balanced with woody spices, smoked honey, toasted bread, and roasted coffee.
Palate
Viscous in texture, the sumptuously smooth spirit brings vanilla custard, caramel, toffee and a crack of black pepper. Charred oak, cinnamon and a hint of nutmeg provide added depth with pear drops and dried apricot cutting through Octomore’s inimitable peat smoke.
Finish
An unmistakable maritime quality lands on a finish, with waves of salt spray settling on the palate while peat embers linger.