Octomore 15.1

Name: Octomore 15.1 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky Bruichladdich Distillery 70cl
SKU: OCTOMORE151

Islay Single Malt Scotch WhiskyBruichladdich Distillery Bottling(70CL / 59.1% ABV)

£139.95

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As the cornerstone of every Octomore series, the 15.1 serves as the essential benchmark against which the other expressions diverge.

Showcasing the deep impact of intense peat smoke, this whisky has been carefully aged in a blend of first-fill bourbon barrels and re-charred ex-bourbon casks, meticulously drawing out the wood’s full complexity. The result is a bold and unrelenting single malt that epitomizes Octomore’s signature strength and elegance, seamlessly balancing smooth vanilla custard and sweet charred oak with powerful, aromatic peat smoke.

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Tasting Notes

Nose

Rich caramel, smooth vanilla custard, and a touch of sweet malt.

Palate

Notes of ripe mango, banana, and apricot jam mingle with creamy vanilla custard and a drizzle of toffee.

Finish

Lingering peat smoke, vanilla, and subtly charred oak, rounded off by a refreshing marine breeze.

Body

Rich

Richness

Balanced

Smoke

Intense

Sweetness

Balanced

A Word About Octomore

Here we have one of the most heavily peated whisky brands in the world. With phenol levels as high as 309ppm in some expressions, Octomore is known for its exceptionally smokey and intense character.

Octomore is produced by the Bruichladdich distillery on the Isle of Islay. It was launched in 2002 by master distiller, Jim McEwan, in contrast to the classically soft and unpeated single malts that the distillery is famed for. It takes its name from a farm in the nearby village.

This is undoubtedly a peat monster, but it also has a more nuanced profile. As well as big smokey and medicinal notes, there are hints of fruit, vanilla and spice. Ex-bourbon or American oak barrels are almost always used for maturation, with some bottles then being finished in the likes of Sauternes, European oak and Limousine casks. The majority of bottlings are around five years old, as this is thought to be the best age for phenols.

You can try this bold Islay whisky right here at House of Malt.

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