Bruichladdich Octomore 17.3 5 Year Old Single Malt Whisky 70cl

Description

Bruichladdich Octomore 17.3 5 Year Old Single Malt Whisky is an extraordinary, single-farm Islay single malt produced on the western coast of the island. Showcasing the profound influence of local agricultural terroir, this expression is distilled exclusively from 100% Islay-grown barley harvested from nearby Octomore Farm. Matured for five full years in a combination of first-fill American oak casks and select European wine casks, this super-heavily peated malt is bottled at high natural cask strength without chill-filtration or added colour, offering serious connoisseurs a deeply authentic connection to Islay’s soil and maritime climate.

The aromatic profile opens with a distinct, rustic bouquet of earthy peat smoke, freshly harvested grain, and damp heather, lifted by top notes of sweet honey, crisp green apple, and subtle floral blossoms. On the palate, this single malt delivers a dense, oily texture overflowing with rich flavours of sweet barley malt, toasted oak, and digestive biscuit, intertwined with waves of smouldering ash, sea salt, and candied citrus peel. The tasting experience finishes long, elegant, and intensely satisfying, leaving a persistent, warming trail of coastal campfire smoke, sweet wood spice, and lingering cereal richness.

Hailing from Bruichladdich Distillery on Islay, Scotland, this progressive producer stands as an industry champion for grain provenance, sustainability, and complete transparency. By working closely with local farmers to cultivate barley directly on the island, the distillery captures a true sense of place that shines through its tall, narrow-necked copper stills. Through uncompromised dedication to local agriculture, slow distillation, and natural cask aging, Bruichladdich continues to craft world-renowned Scotch whiskies that redefine craft spirits.