Octomore 12.2 5 Year Old
- Distillery
- Bruichladdich
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 57.3%
- Age
- 5 years
- Price
- £159.99
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Cooked Fruit, Solvent, Honey, Toasted
- Description
- The Octomore 12.2 5 Year Old comes in with an ABV of 57.3%, bottled by Bruichladdich. This expression invites 'Smokey' and 'Cooked Fruit' tags, hinting at a complex fusion. With a £159.99 tag, it's a gamble on how much you value peat.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Octomore 12.2 5 Year Old is a 5-year-old single malt from Bruichladdich (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 57.3% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, fruity and sweet character — smokey, cooked fruit, solvent, honey. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
The Octomore 12.2 5 Year Old comes in with an ABV of 57.3%, bottled by Bruichladdich. This expression invites 'Smokey' and 'Cooked Fruit' tags, hinting at a complex fusion. With a £159.99 tag, it's a gamble on how much you value peat.
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