Bruichladdich – 5 Year Old (Octomore 16.1) (70cl, 59.30%)

Hailing from the rugged shores of Islay, this Octomore 16.1 expression is a masterclass in intensity, having been super-heavily peated to a striking 101.4 ppm. Matured exclusively in first-fill bourbon casks for five years, the spirit balances its powerful, earthy smoke with a vibrant sweetness unique to the Glenbotal collection in Glasgow. Each dram unfolds with deep layers of charred embers and vanilla, offering a bold, sophisticated profile that captures the uncompromising character of its Scottish island home.