Octomore 14.1 Whisky

Brand: Octomore

Bottle size: 700ml
ABV: 59.2
Brand: Octomore

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Appearance: Pale gold with a slight haze, indicative of its natural, non-chill filtered state. Nose: Bold and smoky, with waves of peat smoke followed by sweet vanilla, toffee, and hints of lemon zest. Subtle undertones of oak spice and malt add depth. Palate: Intense and full-bodied, with powerful peat smoke leading the way. Sweet notes of honey, vanilla, and caramelized sugar emerge, balanced by oaky spices and a touch of citrus. Finish: Long and warming, with the peat smoke lingering alongside notes of charred wood, dark chocolate, and a touch of sea salt. Overall impression: A bold and powerful whisky that balances extreme peat with sweet and oaky complexity, making it a must-try for lovers of heavily peated drams.

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Octomore 14.1 Whisky

Octomore 14.1 Whisky is the latest release from Bruichladdich’s boundary-pushing Octomore series, famous for producing some of the world’s most heavily peated single malts. Distilled from 100% Scottish barley, this expression is a powerhouse of peat, yet it showcases remarkable complexity and balance. Aged for five years in ex-American whiskey casks and bottled at cask strength, Octomore 14.1 is an exploration of Islay’s signature smokiness, offering a raw yet sophisticated whisky experience for adventurous drinkers.

Production details: Octomore 14.1 is crafted using barley peated to extreme levels, delivering a whopping phenol content of 128.9 ppm (parts per million). After distillation, the whisky is matured for five years in American oak casks that previously held bourbon and Tennessee whiskey. This aging imparts rich vanilla, toffee, and oaky spices to balance out the intense peat smoke, resulting in a complex whisky that’s both bold and nuanced. Bottled at cask strength, this whisky remains unfiltered and undiluted, offering a pure and powerful expression of Islay’s terroir.

Serving suggestions: Best enjoyed neat to appreciate its full smoky intensity, or with a few drops of water to open up its more delicate flavors of vanilla, malt, and spices. Pair with rich, smoked meats, dark chocolate, or sharp cheeses to complement its bold profile. This whisky is perfect for those who appreciate peat-forward drams with layers of complexity.

Additional information: Octomore 14.1 continues the tradition of pushing the boundaries of peat, offering an uncompromising whisky experience for peat lovers. Its balance of intense smoke and sweet, oaky notes makes it a standout in the world of heavily peated whiskies. This limited release is a must-try for fans of Bruichladdich’s experimental and bold Octomore series.