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: 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.
Bruichladdich Octomore 16.1 – 5 Year Old 700ml 59.3%
$279.00
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Peat Level – 101.4 parts per million (PPM)
Details
700ml: 59.3%alc
Age: 5 years
Region: Islay
Barley Type: 100% Scottish Mainland Concerto barley
Cask type: First fill bourbon
Bottler: Bruichladdich Distillery
Distillation date: 2019 from the 2018 harvest
Release Date: November 2025 (AU)
Description
Bruichladdich Octomore 16.1 isn’t just whisky — it’s Islay in full roar. Peated to a fiery 101.4 PPM and distilled from 100% Scottish barley, this bold beauty pushes the limits of flavour. After five peaceful years resting in first-fill bourbon barrels, it emerges smoky, vibrant, and unmistakably Octomore – the fearless benchmark of Octomore’s legendary Islay series.
Expect waves of salted caramel, honeyed melon, and apricot unfolding into rich tones of chocolate and toasted coconut, balanced by a subtle minerality and a long, smoky finish that captures the rugged spirit of Scotland’s western shores.
Head distiller Adam Hannett comments:
Octomore 16.1 embodies the powerful elegance of the .1 lineage, balancing intense peat smoke with a surprising delicacy. The robust character is undeniable, yet the nuanced interplay of sweet, salty, and smoky elements creates a captivating complexity that rewards patient exploration.
For a complete guide to the Octomore Numbering System, visit our blog HERE
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