Bruichladdich Octomore 14.3 Single Malt Whisky

From the windswept fields of Islay comes a single malt whisky that captures the soul of the island through its pure, local provenance. Distilled exclusively from Islay-grown barley harvested just two miles from the Bruichladdich Distillery, this expression offers an authentic snapshot of terroir.

Aged for five years in a combination of first-fill ex-American whiskey casks and second-fill wine casks, it balances the influence of oak with the raw elegance of Islay’s barley. What unfolds is a richly layered, smoke-tinged whisky with orchard fruits, honeyed sweetness, and floral grace.

• The Bruichladdich Octomore 14.3 Single Malt Whisky glows with pure gold tones and opens on the nose with aromas of sweet mash, biscuit malt, and gentle peat smoke.
• Ripe stone fruits, apricots, peaches, and honeyed pears. All mingle with candied lemon peel and creamy notes of butterscotch, chocolate, and vanilla ice cream.
• Delicate oak introduces the palate, followed by smouldering peat, floral hints of gorse and honeysuckle, and the unmistakable depth of Islay-grown barley.
• French and American oak harmonise beautifully, weaving toffee and vanilla sweetness through a backbone of earthy smoke.
• The finish lingers with barley sugar, soft caramel, and a final touch of rounded vanilla warmth.

This expression pairs beautifully with foods that mirror its balance of sweet and smoky notes. Think grilled lobster with herb butter, slow-cooked pork belly, or roasted root vegetables with honey glaze. For cheese lovers, mature gouda or washed-rind cheeses enhance its creamy texture, while fruit-forward desserts like poached pears or almond tart bring out its orchard fruit and caramel tones.