Octomore 10 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
- Distillery
- Bruichladdich
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 47.8%
- Age
- 10 years
- Price
- £189.95
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Sherried, Toasted, Nutty, Oily, Coal-gas
- Description
- Bruichladdich's 10-year-old Octomore—one of Islay's most heavily peated malts—finished in custom oloroso sherry octaves for Darkness bottler. Salted nuts, baked goods, and coastal smoke create a superbly layered expression that balances peat intensity with sherry richness.
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Octomore 10 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) is a 10-year-old single malt from Bruichladdich (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 47.8% ABV. Expect smoky, peaty and fruity character — smokey, sherried, toasted, nutty. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Bruichladdich's 10-year-old Octomore—one of Islay's most heavily peated malts—finished in custom oloroso sherry octaves for Darkness bottler. Salted nuts, baked goods, and coastal smoke create a superbly layered expression that balances peat intensity with sherry richness.
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