Bruichladdich Octomore 15.2
$274.99
The Octomore 15.2 is from the exact same batch of barley as the 15.1, peated to the same spec 108.2ppm, the difference is the cask mix. The spirit was matured in second fill ex-wine and ex-Bourbon casks, before finished in first fill ex-Cognac casks. 57.9%
Producer Description
"Peated to 108.2 PPM and distilled from 100% Scottish barley, matured in a combination of American oak, red wine, and French ex-cognac casks. This unique trifecta adds layers of intrigue, resulting in a complex yet exceedingly elegant single malt Scotch whisky. Distilled from the same batch of Scottish grown barley and also malted to 108.2 PPM, the 15.2 uses a robust combination of second fill wine and second fill bourbon casks, with the spirit finished in first fill Cognac casks. This unique trifecta adds layers of intrigue, resulting in a complex yet exceedingly elegant single malt Scotch whisky. Hints of nutmeg, toasted oak and caramel add smoothness to the palate, with the delicate floral character of Octomore coming to the fore."
Bruichladdich Octomore 15.3
$334.99
Octomore 15.3 was peated to an impressive 307.2ppm, made with concerto barley harvested from Octomore farm in 2017. The spirit was distilled i 2018, and matured 5 years in first-fill ex-Bourbon casks, and first-fill Oloroso sherry hogsheads from Fernando de Castilla, Jerez, Spain. This is the second most heavily peated Octomore ever released. 61.3% 89.14pts Whiskybase
Producer Description
"At 307.2 PPM, Octomore 15.3 is our second most heavily peated release to date. Using 100% Islay barley, matured in bourbon casks and Spanish Oloroso hogsheads. Formidable smoke is countered by ripe fruit from its patient distillation. Octomore 15.3 brings together heavyweight peating levels and variable harvests from one singular farm on Islay - Octomore farm, located just 2 miles from the distillery. At 307.2 PPM, 15.3 is complex, robust and bursting with character. Formidable smoke is countered by ripe fruit from its patient distillation, showcasing both incomparable flavour and provenance. Kissed by salty sea spray, the homegrown Islay barley imparts not only malty sweetness but evokes a true sense of place."
Bruichladdich Islay Barley 2014
$107.99
This unpeated Bruichladdich is a 2014 vintage, produced from Propino and Concerto barley varietals, grown at 5 farms on Islay: "Coull, Rockside, Island, Mulindry, Cruach, Dunlossit, Craigens and Sunderland Farms." The whisky was matured in: "matured in first-fill bourbon casks (80%) along with a combination of second-fill sherry butts (5%) and second-fill wine casks (15%)." 50%
Producer Description
"For almost two decades, we have shown the permanence of our commitment to barley provenance. Aided by the determination and resilience of our local farming partners, Bruichladdich Islay Barley 2014 is the latest vintage of the unpeated, locally grown single malt.
"Distilled using barley grown solely on Islay, the single malt truly celebrates place and provenance. The latest Islay Barley vintage is distilled from barley grown on eight local farms, all within an 11-mile radius of Bruichladdich Distillery.
"Fully traceable from farm to glass, Islay Barley 2014 has been matured in a combination of first-fill bourbon casks, sherry butts and second-fill wine casks, balancing the influence of the oak with the locally grown barley.
"The result is a cereal-forward single malt with notes of apricot and peach, malty digestive biscuit, and a hint of fresh grass. A subtle maritime note also lingers, nodding to the whisky’s all Islay harvest, distillation and maturation."
Bruichladdich 13 Year MP Cask 1188 56.5%
$174.99
This 2010 vintage Bruichladdich Micro Provenance (single cask), was made from unpeated Optic barley, and matured 13 years in an ex-Bourbon Barrel before bottling at 56.5%. Limit 1 Per Customer!
About the Micro Provenance Series
"The Micro Provenance series comprises an exploratory range of single cask bottles, hand selected by our Master Blender, Adam Hannett. These single casks encapsulate all of our values. Quality over quantity, provenance and led not by age but by flavour. Each a snapshot in time that Adam has single out from our extensive inventory."
Bruichladdich 30 Year
$2,599.99
This 30 year old Bruichladdich was produced from spirit laid down in 1989, 1990, and 1991, all of which was filled into Refill Hogshead casks. Half of the whisky was reracked into fresh Bourbon casks roughly 10 years ago. The two components were married for 3 months in Refill ex-Bourbon casks before bottling at 43%. 88.76pts Whiskybase
Producer Description
"The Bruichladdich Thirty has spent the entirety of its maturation life in handpicked, exceptionally rare ex-Bourbon casks. A limited and refined single malt Scotch whisky, The Bruichladdich Thirty is bottled at 43% bringing the sweetness of toasted oak, honey and soft vanilla to the fore. Delicate yet complex, a hint of dark chocolate complements the spirit’s elegant floral profile while the gentle influence of sea air lingers – a subtle nod to the whisky’s all Islay maturation."
Bruichladdich Classic Laddie 10 Year
$77.99