The Octomore 16.1 has crafted using 100% Scottish Mainland Concerto Barley, malted to 101.4 PPM and then aged in cask for 5 years, with an ABV of 59.3%. This elegant Non Chill-Filtered liquid is matured in First-Fill bourbon barrels to bring forth the intense peat smoke with a surprising delicacy. Salted caramel, honeyed melon and apricot lead into chocolate and coconut, accompanied by a soft wave of earthy minerality and lingering smoke.
Nose: 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: 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.
Octomore
Octomore
Ardbeg Distillery
Springbank Distillery
Ardbeg Distillery
