Octomore, the ultimate peat whisky

As the historic first Octomore, distilled on October 16, 2002, Buffalo Trace's bourbon After aging in casks, it was bottled on December 7, 2008, and only 6,000 bottles were produced.

While it is on the low side by today's standards, it recorded 131 PPM, which was revolutionary for the time. Whiskey He left a mark on history.

Octomore 02.1 and 02.2 Orpheus have become one step more powerful at 140 PPM.

02.2 Orpheus is finished in a Château Petrus cask, one of the most expensive wines in the world, adding a unique sweetness. It is considered a masterpiece of the century, and by some, it is regarded as a great whisky, even considered the best in the world.

wine that was not common at the time cask It shook the market once again with its finish and won the Best Single Malt award at the Whisky Bible 2011. Despite producing only 15,000 bottles, it is called a "dream bottle" among collectors, and its value continues to rise.

Octomore 03.1 (152 PPMFrom ) 05.1 (169 PPMPhenol levels steadily rose until... During this period, Octomore was filled with an experimental spirit of "how much higher can we raise it?".

This is a series that continues to increase the phenol content following the 0.3 Series. Octomore 04.2 Comus, finished in Château d'Yquem Sauternes casks, is once again considered one of the greatest of all time, following Orpheus, and is one of the two pillars of Octomore.

The soft, sweet flavor of the wine cask enveloping the rough peat has established itself, demonstrating a formula close to the correct answer.

05.1 broke the record for the highest number of feet once again with 169 PPM, but there were also evaluations that it seemed to lack depth and complexity compared to the previous one.

It seems likely that the market has reached a point of fatigue due to the continuously rising PPM. Bruichladdich Distillery may have felt the need for a new challenge.

Since 2014, Octomore has started to have a systematic series structure of .1/.2/.3/.
The 06. series can be seen as a lineup that pays particular attention to malt character, and 06.1 and 06.2 were made using 100% Scottish barley.
06.2 is a limousine aged from Eau de Vie, a fruit brandy produced in the Aquitaine region before becoming Cognac. Orcs It was aged in casks and released as a duty-free limited edition whisky with only 18,000 bottles.

06.3(258 PPM, 5 years, 64.0%) made whisky using only barley produced at Octomore Farm and tested how local and terroir-centered characters would manifest in the peat.

This peat whisky surprised the world by achieving 258 PPM, the all-time record at the time.

100% for the first time through numbering Ayla It was the monumental first appearance of the .3 series using barley.

The Octomore 07 series has risen once again to 208 PPM, but it is evaluated as a series that has found maturity and balance.

In this series, various wines cask We conducted an experiment, and the 07.2 released as a duty-free limited edition is from the US bourbon After aging in casks, it was finished in Rhône Syrah wine casks, and 07.3 was finished in Ribera del Duero wine casks.

Octomore 07.4 garnered attention for being released with a special 7-year aging period. The .4 series has formed its own niche following due to the intense natural peat aroma resulting from aging in virgin oak.

Released to commemorate the 15th anniversary of Octomore, the 08. series has adopted the series name Masterclass. Unlike the other existing 5-year aged series, a key feature is that, with the exception of 08.3, the rest are aged for 8 years.

08.1 was produced in a limited run of 42,000 bottles, but there are reviews stating that it lacks the intensity of peat, perhaps due to the extended aging period of 8 years.

Produced as a duty-free limited edition of 36,000 bottles, 08.2 is a full-bodied, experimental Austrian sweet wine aged in French Mourvèdre wine casks, featuring attractive intense red berry aromas and wild flavors. cask, The best French Sauternes wine cask It is said to have been aged for 6 years in a total of 3 different styles of wine casks.

08.3 is 56% bourbon Complex flavors were perfected through aging in a blend of casks and 44% wine casks (Pollock, Ventoux, Rhône, and Burgundy). It also holds the record for the highest peat content to date at 309 PPM.

09.1 and 09.2 are 156 PPM, 09.3 showed a figure of 133 PPM, lower than before. It appears that after concluding experiments to push peat to the extreme from 08.3 to 309 ppm, they began to focus on balanced flavor rather than extreme figures. Wasn't this a period that aimed for a "more accessible Octomore" while further accelerating the level of perfection?.

Bordeaux wine cask The 09.2 released as a finish was produced in a limited run of only 12,000 bottles exclusively for duty-free shops.

The Octomore 10 series has even lower 88–114 PPM It showed a range. 10.1 was produced in a limited run of 42,000 bottles, while the 10.2 (duty-free limited edition) and 10.3 editions were produced in a limited run of 24,000 bottles. The 10.4 edition was produced in a limited run of 12,000 bottles.

The Octomore 10.2 Edition keeps the first four years fresh bourbon After aging in barrels, it was finished in Sauternes wine casks.

The 10.3 Edition was distilled in 2013 from barley harvested in 2012. Wet and rough Aylay Grown in the terroir Aylay Combining barley with extreme smoke and aged for the first time for six years exclusively in American oak barrels, this edition creates very similar compositions to 10.1 and 10.3, maximizing the distinct flavor differences based on the barley growing region.

True to a .4 release, the 10.4 Edition used Virgin Oak, and strongly Toasting It is said to have used oak barrels from Limousin, France. Aged for just 3 years with a purity of 88 PPM, it brings out the intensity of virgin oak. Many reviews note the surprising rich complexity despite the 3-year aging period.

The 11.1 edition was produced in a limited quantity of 30,000 bottles, the 11.2 in 18,000 bottles, and the 11.3 in 18,000 bottles.

The 11.1 Edition is distilled using Scottish Concerto and British Propino barley, and the domestic barley used at Jack Daniel's, Jim Beam, and Heaven Hill Orcs Whiskey Aged in casks.

The 11.2 edition was made by producing two batches of whisky, then mixing 251 TP3 T of the first batch of whisky and 751 TP3 T of the second batch of whisky.
The first batch was aged in European wine oak barrels produced in the Pauillac region of France. The winemaker reportedly blends Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot.
The second batch was first placed in American oak barrels, then transferred to premium Cabernet Sauvignon aging casks in the Saint-Julien region of France and aged from May 2018 to January 2020, after which it was blended with the first batch for the last few months and aged before being released.

The 11.3 Edition was produced this time at Octomore Farm's Irene's Field Ayla He showed a pure Octomore character with barley and 1st Fill American Oak.

12. Compared to the unremarkable 12.1 and 12.3, the 12.2 is considered the clear winner of the series. Made in the USA Orcs After aging in barrels for three and a half years to lay a solid foundation of fruit and floral aromas, it was transferred to perfect-quality Sauternes casks. For the next 18 months, the role of the Sauternes oak barrels was to maximize the fruit notes inherent in the whisky. And the 12.2 Edition fulfilled that role perfectly. The Sauternes introduced at 04.2 Comus cask He brought out the finish once again and received good reviews.

The 12.3 Edition was matured using Fernando De Castilla PX sherry casks, meticulously selected by Bruichladdich, rather than sherry-treated casks. Divided into two batches bourbon The first aged 75% and PX Sherry aged 25% were mixed.

The 13.1 Edition serves as the backbone of the series, like all .1 releases, but uniquely features a first fill bourbon It was recached in barrels to first-fill American oak in 2021. The recaching effect is clearly evident, and the sweetness is emphasized.

The 13.2 Edition is regarded as the highlight of the 13 Series. Full-term aged in Fernando de Castilla’s Oloroso bouches, it is praised for showcasing a perfect harmony of peat and sherry. The intense peat aroma, perceptible even across the room, blends with strawberry shortcake, dairy milk, pistachios, and toffee. The long finish of orange juice, tar, and white pepper is impressive, while subtle yellow notes add complexity.

The 13.3 Edition was grown at Octomore Farm's Lorgba field and Irene's field Ayla The influence of the terroir was maximized by using 100% barley. First Philly American Whiskey Cask and the second fill of France's Liberates and Spain's Ribera del Duero Europe Orcs It combines casks. It is considered the most complex and balanced release in the 13 series.

The 13.4 Edition was released as a Distillery Exclusive, sold only at the distillery. First fill American for 6 months Whiskey After aging in casks, at high temperatures Toasting It was transferred to a 300L Virgin American oak barrel. It is characterized by toasted oak and honey, but the evaluation notes that the peat is weaker than expected and leaves something to be desired, wishing it had been aged for a few more years.

The 14.1 edition is the 100% first fill. bourbon Aged in barrels. The peat is not overwhelming but expressed in a sophisticated way.

The 14.2 edition is cask It was released as a blend of First Fill Oloroso Hoghead 40%, First Fill Amarone 16%, and Second Fill Amarone 44%. Various cask It is said that due to its type, it possesses excellent depth and complexity, and displays remarkable balance despite its intense fit.

The 14.3 Edition boasts a massive 214.2 PPM. fitting Boasting a high level. First-Peel American Whiskey 50% and second fill wine cask It was aged with 50%. PPM It is said to display a surprisingly delicate smoke.

The 14.4 Edition is a Distillery Exclusive that uses a unique cask called Colombian Virgin Oak. With 106 PPM, it is the lowest among the 14 Series. fitting It is at a certain level. It is characterized by medicinal peat (chlorine, TCP, iodine), tropical fruits, and lemon/lime, but it is said to be difficult to pinpoint the distinct characteristics of Colombian Virgin Oak.

The 15.1 edition is first feel bourbon Barrel 72% and Richard bourbon cask It was aged with a blend of 281 TP3T. At 108.2 PPM, it is on the lower side by Octomore standards but remains powerful. Despite having an ABV of 59.11 TP3T, it is praised for being surprisingly easy to drink and is considered the most immediate and attractive release in the .1 series in recent years.

The 15.2 Edition is the first Cognac in the Octomore .2 series. cask I attempted a finish. Second fill wine 42% and second fill bourbon After aging in 58%, it was re-cast into a 2023 First Fill Cognac. Leading with tropical fruit notes, it features Cognac's grape jam and lavender A subtle hint lingers. There is a slight tannin and bitterness, but the sweetness of the cognac provides a unique balance.

The 15.3 Edition is regarded as the highlight of the 15 Series and a historic release, with Octomore 8.3 (309 PPM) PPMNext, the second highest in history fitting Recorded a level. First Field bourbon It was aged with a blend of 69% and Fernando de Castilla’s first-fill Oloroso 31%. What is remarkable is that, despite being 307 PPM, it features a smooth smoky character along with rich notes of vanilla cupcake, blackberry, and Christmas cake spice. It is a sophisticated masterpiece that unfolds with meaty, oily, and complex layers.

The 16 series used Scottish Mainland Concerto barley (16.1, 16.2) and Octomore Farm's Churchfield barley (16.3). The theme of the series is elegance and complexity at low PPMs. cask It is a type of aging.

The 16.1 Edition has a rate of 101.4 PPM, which is considerably low by series standards, but it is considered the most attractive .1 version in recent years. 100% First Fill bourbon Aged in barrels, pure bourbon It shows the effect.

The 16.2 edition is the most complex in Octomore history. cask It is one of the compositions. A bold choice was made: aging for four years in Oloroso and Bordeaux casks, followed by a final one-year finish in Madeira and Moscatel, Portugal. Master Blender Adam Harnett applied this combination to Octomore for the first time. It is said to be wine-forward with strong oxidized fruit characteristics, exhibiting a fortified wine character.

The 16.3 Edition claims to be a Provenance single malt, using Concerto barley 100% grown at Octomore Farm's Church Fields. Although it has a considerably high fitting of 189.5 PPM, bourbon, Sauternes, Pedro Jiménez cask Balanced through combination.

The 16.4 Edition will be released as an online exclusive. Second Feel bourbon It is said to have undergone a second maturation in virgin French oak after aging in casks for 5 years. 189.5 PPM, 62.61 TP 3T ABV French Virgin Oak and Heavy Peated Ayla It is characterized by the dynamic tension and harmony of barley. Toasted Orcs, Roasted coffee beans, dark chocolate, and sweet smoke are expected.