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Bruichladdich
Octomore 14.1
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Distillery:
Bruichladdich Distillery
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Company:
Rémy Cointreau
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Cask Maturation
1st Fill Bourbon Casks
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Strength
59.6% ABV (Cask Strength)
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Note
- Non-Chill Filtered
- Natural colour
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Price
175,95
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Country:
Scotland
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Region
Islay
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Type:
Scotch Single Malt
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Volume:
70 cl
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PPM
128.9
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Age:
5 year old
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Website:
Buy here
Taste note
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Colour:
Pale gold, with a slight shimme
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Nose:
The nose is an explosion of smoky intensity, with powerful peat aromas dominating the first impression. Behind the smoke, there are subtle layers of vanilla, lemon zest, and a delicate floral note. As it opens up, you might catch hints of honeyed barley, green apple, and a touch of fresh sea air.
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Palate:
On the palate, Octomore 14.1 is bold and uncompromising. The peat smoke is front and center, rich and earthy, but it’s beautifully balanced by a sweetness that emerges as you sip. Notes of caramel, malted barley, and a touch of oak spice come through, accompanied by a zesty citrus tang and a whisper of white pepper. The mouthfeel is surprisingly smooth, given the high ABV, with a complex interplay of sweet and smoky flavors that keep evolving.
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Finish:
The finish is long and lingering, with the smoky peat slowly fading, leaving behind a pleasant warmth and a touch of spiced oak. There’s a final hint of vanilla and sweet malt that rounds off the experience, ensuring the memory of that intense peatiness stays with you long after the last sip.
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Conclusion:
Octomore 14.1 is a whisky that challenges and rewards the senses. Its intense peat profile is masterfully balanced by sweetness and subtle complexities, making it a must-try for those who appreciate the bold, uncompromising character of Islay’s peatiest offerings. Despite its power, it remains surprisingly approachable, with a depth that invites you to explore its layers sip by sip.
Flavor profile
Spice
Smoke
Citrus
Sweet
Wood
Rich fruits
Other aromas
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- caramel
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- spices
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- smoke
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- burned wood
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- citrus fruits
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- nuts
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- vanilla