Bruichladdich Octomore 16.2 - 70cl/58.1%

Bruichladdich Distillery was established in 1881 by the Harvey brothers on Scotland's Islay island, the last Victorian-era distillery built. It closed in 1994 and was revived in 2001 by independent investors, acquired by Remy Cointreau in 2012. The Octomore series, launched in 2008, is renowned for its extreme peat levels, pushing single malt boundaries.

This Octomore 16.2 is an Islay single malt whisky, distilled in 2019 and aged for 5 years in Oloroso and Bordeaux oak casks, finished in Madeira and Portuguese Moscatel casks. Peated to 101.4 PPM, at 58.1% ABV, non-chill filtered with natural color. Made from Scottish mainland barley, it offers rich flavors. The nose features sweet smoke, caramelised sugar, roasted nuts, dried fruits, candied peel, and warming spices. The palate is dominated by dark fruits like raisins, plums, and cherries, with nut brittle, treacle, sweet spices, and wine tannins. Overall, it balances smoke, fruit, and sweetness, showcasing Octomore's depth and complexity.