Octomore 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 50cl
Octomore 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Superbly smoky single malt from the Bruichladdich distillery, released under the Octomore name and independently bottled by That Boutique-y Whisky Company. Some of Islay's most heavily peated expressions have come from the Octomore range, so expect big things from this one - and be prepared to ask for more.
Batch 2 is a release of 1,195 bottles.
‘That Boutique-y Whisky Company’ bottles single malts, single grains and bourbons from a variety of renowned distilleries as well as producing award-winning blended malts and blends. These whiskies are adorned with cultish graphic novel-style labels.
Tasting Note by The Chaps at Master of Malt
Nose
Coastal air and seaweed bring a wave of salinity among bricks of freshly-cut peat and heavy oak char. Vintage cider apples, buttery shortbread and a hint of gingerbread warmth are present underneath.
Palate
Sticky toffee pudding and salted caramel stand strong against waves of big peat and bonfire notes. There’s a flurry of soft tropical fruit notes in the backdrop among golden barley and a touch of sweet, milky coffee.
Finish
The peat note becomes more earthy and is joined by a fizz of winter spice, a heap of soot and clean aniseed.
Overall
The peat is punchy but not overpowering in this well-composed Octomore.
