Bruichladdich Octomore 10 Year Old 2019

This third release of Octomore 10 YO is a 2008 vintage whisky, bottled on 2018-12-14 at 56.8% ABV. It has a peat level of 167 ppm and a limited production of 12000 bottles. It was aged for 10 years on Islay in a variety of casks including Port, Cognac, and American whiskey.

Nose: Soft and delicate. Fluffy clouds of tropical fruits, cotton candy and mild wood smoke. With time whiffs of a far away barbecue with smoked meat and toasted marshmallows.

Taste: Full bodied and rich. Candy store and fruit stall sweetness. White pepper, toasted oak, sugary soot, fizzy ginger, and almond paste.

Finish: Long finish. More refined and balanced sweet, smoky fruitiness. Smoked marzipan, sooty chocolate and toasted blood orange.