Islay distillery Bruichladdich has announced the 14th annual release of Octomore, its series of five year old single malt scotch whiskies that Bruichladdich touts as “the world’s most heavily peated scotch whisky series.”

The backbone of the 14th annual Octomore series, the character of the 14.1 offers a necessary comparison from which the other expressions alternate and evolve.

The base for this latest series showcases the delicate and intricate balance between smoke, malt, cask and maturation – resulting in an all-encompassing drinking experience.
Matured for five years in first-fill ex-American whiskey casks, the 14.1 shows the power and potential of its essential raw ingredients.

Sweet caramel and vanilla open on the nose, with bright citrus cutting through Octomore’s signature smoke - elevated with roasted coffee and subtle spice.

The Octomore 14.1 is distilled from 100% Scottish mainland barley and peated to 128.9 PPM / 59.6% ABV, and is as youthful and dynamic as its predecessors.