Bruichladdich Octomore Edition 14.2 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

PALATE - The influence of the European oak is unmissable, with a touch of dryness balanced with the vibrancy of wood spices, smoked oak and roasted coffee. Barbeque sweetness and a crack of black pepper is complemented with rich fruit cake and dried fruits. A drop of water opens the smoke and fruity sweetness from the wine casks, bringing a beautiful balance as notes of apple and pear grow with the dram. FINISH - Smoked malt, smouldering oak and sea salt settle on the finish as Octomore’s signature earthy smoke lingers. Octomore 14.2 is distilled from 100% Scottish mainland Concerto barley and is malted to 128.9 PPM. Instead of being matured in first fill bourbon casks, it is matured in a mix of Oloroso and Amarone wine casks. Hailing from the renowned wine regions of Spain and Italy respectively. The spirit is then brought together in French oak, adding depth and complexity to the single malt.