Octomore 14.3 5 Year Old
- Distillery
- Bruichladdich
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 61.4%
- Age
- 5 years
- Price
- £182.95
- Community rating
- 2.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Medicinal, Coal-gas, Toasted, Leathery
- Description
- Five years from Islay, Octomore 14.3 risks a lot with an ABV of 61.4%. Its 'Smokey' and 'Medicinal' profile fits the Islay stereotype, but £182.95 is a daring price. With just one review, is it all smoke and mirrors?
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✦ Neatly Summary
Octomore 14.3 5 Year Old is a 5-year-old single malt from Bruichladdich (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 61.4% ABV. Expect heavily peated, smoky and oaky character — smokey, medicinal, coal-gas, toasted. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Five years from Islay, Octomore 14.3 risks a lot with an ABV of 61.4%. Its 'Smokey' and 'Medicinal' profile fits the Islay stereotype, but £182.95 is a daring price. With just one review, is it all smoke and mirrors?
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