Islay Blended Malt 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 9810087) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
- Distillery
- Duncan Taylor
- Region
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Blended Malt
- ABV
- 52.9%
- Age
- 17 years
- Price
- £86.96
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Old Wood, Leathery
- Description
- This 17-year-old Islay blended malt finished for seven months in a small octave cask provides greater wood interaction in its final stage, bottled at 52.9% ABV with only 71 bottles released by Duncan Taylor. The octave's smaller surface area amplifies cask influence during finishing, layering additional complexity into the Islay component's peat and maritime character. The texture is rich and complex, with the finishing cask adding dimension rather than dominance. Suited to collectors and Islay enthusiasts seeking small-batch nuance beyond standard expressions.
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Islay Blended Malt 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 9810087) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
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ABV
52.9%
Age
17 yr
Style
Blended
Price
£86.96
✦ Neatly Summary
Islay Blended Malt 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 9810087) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is a 17-year-old blended malt from Duncan Taylor (Scotland), bottled at 52.9% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, oaky and peaty character — smokey, old wood, leathery. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
This 17-year-old Islay blended malt finished for seven months in a small octave cask provides greater wood interaction in its final stage, bottled at 52.9% ABV with only 71 bottles released by Duncan Taylor. The octave's smaller surface area amplifies cask influence during finishing, layering additional complexity into the Islay component's peat and maritime character. The texture is rich and complex, with the finishing cask adding dimension rather than dominance. Suited to collectors and Islay enthusiasts seeking small-batch nuance beyond standard expressions.
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