Bruichladdich – Octomore 6.3

A peated Islay single malt from the Octomore range at Bruichladdich, made under master distiller Jim McEwan. It is made from barley grown on Islay, from Lorgba Field farmed by James Brown, together with island peat, and matured in bourbon casks. It is non-chill-filtered and free of added colouring. The nose is hot and fatty, with tar and brown butter. On the palate a delicate lemon peat note meets salt, with an oily, creamy texture. The finish stays buttery, with a sweet and salty lemon glaze note, and lasts a long time.