Description
The Octomore 15.1 embodies all the power and boldness of Bruichladdich's famous ultra-peated range. Produced on the Scottish island of Islay, this single malt reveals a particularly intense peat, balanced by a pleasant vanilla and fruity sweetness.
Aged in bourbon barrels, it combines deep smoke with marine notes, dried fruit and delicate spices. Despite its imposing character and high strength, the whole retains a creamy texture and a remarkable balance.
Bottled at natural strength, without cold filtration or added colouring, the Octomore 15.1 fully expresses its raw and authentic character.
Tasting notes
Nose: Intense peat smoke accompanied by burnt wood and sea spray. Softer notes of vanilla, dried fruit and cereal gradually soften the whole.
Palate: Powerful, ample and creamy. Smoky peat dominates at first, before revealing a pleasant vanilla sweetness, dried fruit and a touch of spice. The salinity typical of Islay whiskies adds further depth.
Finish: Long, warming and persistent, marked by smoke, spices and a pleasant saline sensation.
Serving suggestions
Best enjoyed neat, at room temperature, in a glass suited to spirits to concentrate its aromas. A few drops of water can be added to soften its power and reveal more of its fruity, vanilla and spicy notes.
Additional information
Origin: Scotland – Isle of Islay
Distillery: Bruichladdich
Range: Octomore
Type: Peated Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Alcohol content: 59.1%
Raw materials: Barley, water and peat
Ageing: Bourbon barrels
Special features: Limited edition, cask-strength bottling, not cold-filtered and with no added colouring
Presentation: Bottle supplied with its gift case
The distillery
Founded in 1881 on the island of Islay, Bruichladdich is known for its approach that is at once artisanal, innovative and deeply rooted in the Scottish terroir. The distillery places particular importance on the origin of its raw materials, the transparency of its production and the preservation of the natural character of its whiskies.
With the Octomore range, Bruichladdich pushes the limits of heavily peated whiskies. Each edition seeks to show that extreme peat can also offer finesse, complexity and a true aromatic balance.
