Bruichladdich Octomore Edition 17.1 Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Bruichladdich Octomore Edition 17.1 Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | 59.7% ABV | 119.4 Proof | 700mL | 5 Years | 81.0 PPM | 100% Scottish Mainland Concerto Barley | First-Fill Bourbon Barrels | Super-Heavily Peated

Process & Profile

Bruichladdich Octomore Edition 17.1 Single Malt Scotch Whisky is the benchmark expression of the Octomore 17 Series, combining extreme peat with the precision, sweetness, and coastal character that have made Octomore one of Islay’s most distinctive single malts. Distilled from 100% Scottish mainland-grown Concerto barley and malted to 81.0 PPM, Edition 17.1 is aged for five years and bottled at a powerful 59.7% ABV (119.4 proof).

The whisky is matured full-term in first-fill bourbon barrels at Bruichladdich Distillery on Islay. Within the Octomore series, the “.1” release acts as the reference point, traditionally emphasizing Scottish barley and American oak maturation so the character of the spirit, peat, barley, and Islay maturation environment can remain clearly defined.

Despite its super-heavily peated designation and high bottling strength, Octomore 17.1 balances intense smoke with creamy vanilla, sweet malt, orchard fruit, maritime salinity, and dry earthy peat. The result demonstrates why Octomore is often described through Bruichladdich’s concept of “The Impossible Equation”—young whisky, extremely high peat levels, and high strength delivered with surprising balance and refinement.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Sweet malt, creamy vanilla custard, pear drops, soft orchard fruit, malt syrup, and clean coastal freshness.

• Palate: Vanilla milkshake, warm custard tart, sweet malt, pear, earthy peat smoke, smouldering oak, and maritime salinity.

• Finish: Long and dry with ash, charred oak, mineral salt, lingering malt sweetness, and persistent earthy peat smoke.

What Makes It Special

• Part of the highly anticipated Bruichladdich Octomore 17 Series.

• The 17.1 “Reference” expression against which the other releases in Series 17 can be compared.

• Malted to an intense 81.0 PPM for a super-heavily peated profile.

• Distilled entirely from 100% Scottish mainland Concerto barley.

• Aged for 5 years on Islay.

• Matured full-term in first-fill bourbon barrels.

• Bottled at 59.7% ABV (119.4 proof).

• Combines powerful peat with vanilla, malt, pear, custard, coastal salt, oak, and ash.

• Demonstrates Octomore’s signature contrast between extreme peat intensity and unexpected elegance.

• Produced and matured at Bruichladdich Distillery on the island of Islay, Scotland.

How to Enjoy

Enjoy Bruichladdich Octomore Edition 17.1 neat first in a quality whisky glass to experience the full interaction between sweet malt, first-fill bourbon oak, coastal salinity, and super-heavy peat.

At 59.7% ABV, adding a small amount of water can be especially rewarding. Introduce water gradually to reveal additional vanilla, orchard fruit, malt sweetness, and maritime character beneath the smoke. Allowing the whisky several minutes to rest in the glass can also help its sweeter and more aromatic notes emerge.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Bruichladdich Octomore Edition 17.1 Single Malt Scotch Whisky?
   Bruichladdich Octomore Edition 17.1 is a five-year-old super-heavily peated Islay single malt made from 100% Scottish mainland Concerto barley, malted to 81.0 PPM and matured entirely in first-fill bourbon barrels.

2. How peaty is Bruichladdich Octomore Edition 17.1 Single Malt Scotch Whisky?
   Bruichladdich Octomore Edition 17.1 is malted to 81.0 PPM, placing it firmly within Octomore’s super-heavily peated style. Despite the high peat level, the whisky balances its smoke with vanilla, sweet malt, fruit, and coastal salinity.

3. How old is Bruichladdich Octomore Edition 17.1 Single Malt Scotch Whisky?
   Bruichladdich Octomore Edition 17.1 is aged for 5 years and matured for its full maturation period in first-fill bourbon barrels on Islay.

4. What proof is Bruichladdich Octomore Edition 17.1 Single Malt Scotch Whisky?
   Bruichladdich Octomore Edition 17.1 is bottled at 59.7% ABV, equivalent to 119.4 proof.

5. Where can I buy Bruichladdich Octomore Edition 17.1 Single Malt Scotch Whisky?
   Bruichladdich Octomore Edition 17.1 Single Malt Scotch Whisky is available directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for Octomore, Islay single malt Scotch, heavily peated whisky, and limited-edition spirits.