Bruichladdich Octomore 15.2 Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml

Bruichladdich Octomore 15.2 Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a bold yet refined expression, peated to 108.2 PPM and distilled from 100% Scottish barley. It shares its heritage with the 15.1, but what sets the 15.2 apart is its unique maturation process. The whisky begins its journey in a combination of second-fill bourbon and red wine casks, then undergoes a remarkable finish in first-fill French ex-cognac casks. This trifecta of oak adds complexity and elegance, resulting in a whisky that is both powerful and graceful.

The 15.2 demonstrates the finesse that oak imparts on whisky, with smooth notes of nutmeg, toasted oak, and caramel rounding out the palate. The delicate floral character of Octomore emerges beautifully, while the dry peat smoke and mineral qualities give the whisky its signature intensity. The result is a dram that offers layers of intrigue, with a balance of rich flavours and the elegance of well-aged oak. A must-try for connoisseurs seeking a complex and intriguing expression of the Octomore series.

“The initial maturation in American oak, before finishing in French oak ex-cognac casks, adds a wealth of complexity. The softness of the oak is unmissable on the palate, working with the spirit’s mineral quality and dry peat smoke beautifully.” – Adam Hannett

Age - 5 Years
Maturation Profile - Second-fill bourbon casks, second-fill red wine casks, finished in first-fill French ex-cognac casks
Phenol Level - 108.2 PPM
Barley Provenance - 100% Scottish Mainland Concerto barley
Distillation - Distilled in 2018 from the 2017 harvest