Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley
- Distillery
- Bruichladdich
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 61%
- Age
- 5 years
- Price
- £185.99
- Community rating
- 4.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Fresh Fruit, Medicinal, Husky
- Description
- 5 years old and a hefty 61.0% ABV — not one for the timid. £185.99 seems quite a risk given its 'Medicinal' profile. Expect smoke followed by some 'Fresh Fruit'.
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Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley is a 5-year-old single malt from Bruichladdich (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 61% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, intensely smoky and peaty character — smokey, fresh fruit, medicinal, husky. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
5 years old and a hefty 61.0% ABV — not one for the timid. £185.99 seems quite a risk given its 'Medicinal' profile. Expect smoke followed by some 'Fresh Fruit'.
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