Bruichladdich Octomore 15.1 700ml

"The backbone of each Octomore series, the 15.1 is the necessary comparison from which the other expressions oscillate.

Peated to 108.2 PPM and distilled from 100% Scottish barley, in a combination of bourbon barrels and re-charred ex-bourbon casks. Demonstrating refined strength of character, balancing smooth vanilla custard and sweet charred oak with heady peat smoke.

Laying bare the profound influence of high-intensity peat smoke, the spirit has matured in a combination of first-fill bourbon barrels and re-charred ex-bourbon casks, mindfully extracting as much character from the wood as possible. 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.

Tasting Notes:

Colour: Winter sun.

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."

Alc 59.1%