Octomore 16.1 59.3% 70cl

Octomore 16.1 59.3% 70cl

The 16th collection from Bruichladdich’s Octomore is here! And as always, transparency and traceability is key. Bottling 16.1 is made with 100% concerto barley grown on the Scottish mainland, malted to a lofty 101.4ppm. It’s been aged in a first-fill bourbon barrel for five years, which lets that elegant yet powerful peat smoke really shine. But it’s far from one-note – you’ll find an array of salted caramel, melon, and milk chocolate set in an earthy minerality too.

Official tasting notes:

Nose: An intriguing opening of sea spray and orchard fruits, enveloped by Octomore’s delicate peat smoke. Fine florals of dried heather and camomile emerge, followed by subtle vanilla bean and toasted almond. Cedar, smoked paprika and iodine add complex savoury notes.

Palate: Immediate, yet gentle, peat smoke followed by salted caramel, honeyed melon and apricot. Sweet malt sugars intermingle with cinnamon and star anise. Sea salt, toffee, chocolate and coconut follow, accompanied by a soft wave of earthy minerality and lingering smoke.

Finish: The finish is long and lingering, with the signature peat smoke taking centre stage. Black pepper and toffee intertwine with sea salt, creating a complex and satisfying conclusion.