Octomore 15 Ten Aged Years is the fourth and final release in the Bruichladdich Distillery’s 2024 collection of unique peated whiskies
In a follow up to the release of the October 15 series, Bruichladdich Distillery has added one final whisky to the collection, Octomore Series 15 Ten Aged Years. The new bottling is the oldest expression in this year’s series.
Distilled from 100% Scottish Concerto barley and malted to 107 PPM, Octomore Series 15 Ten Aged Years was made from a base of Octomore spirit matured in first-fill Bourbon casks that was layered with Octomore aged in Pineau des Charentes casks, second-fill Pedro Ximénez Sherry butts, and first-fill red wine casks. Finally, all casks were blended and left to marry for the final six months before bottling.
“The quiet passing of time together with this particular cask maturation profile has helped shape our latest Octomore expression,” says Adam Hannett, head distiller at Bruichladdich Distillery. “The oldest expression in this year’s series, the oak has left an incredible mark on the final 10-year-old spirit, bringing fresh fruit notes and layers of wood spice, cinnamon, and coffee. It’s incredibly viscous in texture, with layers of flavour enveloped in Octomore’s signature peat smoke.”
On the nose, the Scotch offers aromas of dried fruit, butterscotch, and caramel with buttered popcorn and fragrant peat smoke. The palate delivers sweet smoked fruit balanced with vanilla, Manuka honey, subtle spices and toasted oak. The finish features wood spices, coffee, and charred oak while delicate peat smoke and burnt heather linger.
“Octomore at this age is quite special,” adds Hannett. “The patient 10-year maturation adds depth and elegance without losing any of its powerful, peated character. The specific combination of casks bring sweet dried fruits, toasted oak and butterscotch, which works amazingly well with Octomore’s unmistakable dry smoke.”
Bottled at 52.2% ABV, Octomore Series 15 Ten Aged Years is priced at $225 USD and is a Bruichladdich Distillery exclusive. It is available to purchase online via the brand’s official website and in person at the distillery visitor center on Islay.
