Octomore EDITION 15.1 Super Heavily Peated Islay Whisky 59,1% Vol. 0,7l

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<p>The backbone of each Octomore series, the 15.1 is the necessary comparison from which the other expressions oscillate.</p><p>Peated to 108.2 PPM and distilled from 100% Scottish barley, in a combination of bourbon barrels and re-charred ex-bourbon casks. Demonstrating refined strength of character, balancing smooth vanilla custard and sweet charred oak with heady peat smoke.</p><h4>15.1 The Control</h4><p>The backbone of each Octomore series, the 15.1 is the necessary comparison from which the other expressions oscillate.</p><p>Laying bare the profound influence of high intensity peat smoke, the spirit has matured in a combination of first-fill bourbon barrels and re-charred ex bourbon casks, mindfully extracting as much character from the wood as possible. The result is a raw and uncompromising single malt whisky which demonstrates Octomore’s refined strength of character, balancing smooth vanilla custard and sweet charred oak with heady peat smoke.</p><p>〝The first expression in our 15th annual series, this is an Octomore that is distinctive with its sleek, elegant style and extraordinary strength of character.</p><p>Earthy peat smoke is beautifully balanced with sweet, charred oak, resulting in an unforgettable dram.〞</p><p>Adam Hannett, Head distiller&nbsp;</p><h4>TASTING NOTES</h4><p><strong>colour</strong></p><p>Winter Sun</p><p><strong>nose</strong></p><p>Caramel and vibrant citrus open on the nose, delicately wrapped in Octomore’s dry, earthy peat smoke. Spicy aniseed, vanilla and smooth custard follow, with a tropical fruit, geranium and a hint of ginger complementing the sweet malt.</p><p><strong>palate</strong></p><p>Immediate heat on the palate is balanced with sweet dry malt and earthy smoke. A refreshing medley of mango, banana and apricot jam cuts through the heady peat, beautifully rounded with vanilla custard and toffee. A drop of water allows the smoke to open and brings subtle marine notes and warm sand.</p><p><strong>finish</strong></p><p>Peat smoke, vanilla and sweet charred oak settle on the finish, with a fresh marine crispness.</p><h4>SPECIFICATIONS</h4><p><strong>BARLEY PROVENANCE</strong>: 100% Scottish Mainland Concerto barley</p><p><strong>MALTING</strong>: Super Heavily Peated</p><p><strong>DISTILLATION</strong>: Distilled in 2018 from the 2017 harvest</p><p><strong>AGE</strong>: 5 Aged Years</p><p><strong>MATURATION PROFILE</strong>: First-fill bourbon barrels with re-charred ex-bourbon casks</p><p><strong>PHENOL LEVEL</strong>: 108.2 parts per million (PPM)</p><p><strong>STRENGTH</strong>: 59.1% ABV</p><h4>OCTOMORE SUPER HEAVILY PEATED WHISKY IS ALWAYS:</h4><ul><li>UN-CHILL FILTERED</li><li>MATURED ENTIRELY ON ISLAY</li><li>BOTTLED USING ISLAY SPRING WATER</li><li>COLOURING FREE</li></ul>