Octomore Edition 05.1 / 5_169

Not bad, but not great, compared to all the other Octomore's I've had, there is nothing special or spectacular about this one. Still a fine stiff dram when in need of some sweet peat and soot.

It's nice and peaty but also young and one dimensional - tons of bottles - this is not rare - I don't get the price tag

It's delicious. I'm amazed that it doesn't do so well here int the base. Despite the brutality that it always radiates, there is still a lot of balance. I like it! Full review in a session of seven Octomore: https://keinehalbendrinks.de/2022/05/24/eins-null-null-null/

good

A gem of a whisky with a circulation of 18,000 copies. This Bruichladdich 169 ppm is extremely elegant with an alcohol content of 59.5% is a whisky for advanced.

Ralfy review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ds9siZ5tkYA (87/100). "It's almost a fragile, despite its huge voluminous peatiness, this is actually really quite a fragile whisky. Surprisingly so."

Tasting Notes by Jim McEwan, head distiller; Character: This strong, handsome, well-endowed warrior leaps from the glass smouldering with the passion and fire that reflects the characteristics of Islay. The warm smoky sweetness, the power of Atlantic swells, the passion of the Celts and the unbowed pride of the Scots all there in your hand. How blessed are you? Colour: Cadmium yellow/ jasmine Nose: Blazing peat fires send sparks of joy onto the unsuspecting olfactory system captivating and ravishing the senses which have never had such natural pleasure. Now they are aroused, thrilled, stimulated and in awe of the strength and youth of the spirit. The barley is shimmering, the oak mellowing, the fruits bursting, the Atlantic squalls detonating. The peat smoke smouldering, the sea mists swirling, the heathland hedonistic; welcome to the aromatic world of the hand made, heavy peated, slow distilled, maritime matured single malt. Palate: The texture of the spirit is endless, super smooth. On entry it is absolutely sensational; it’s like “Wow”! Don’t worry you’re going to be ok, I promise – the initial palate presence is one of juniper oil, peat smoked barley, salted biscuits, light iodine, crushed cinnamon, then on the second phase the citrus flavours of grapefruit, tangerine, honeyed lemon together with the sweetness of pear & pineapple add a whole new dimension to the complexity of the spirit. The fruits balance the marine notes; the oaky nutty ginger flavours combat the peat and the citrus helps cool the heat of the fire. Perfect balance. Finish: The heat from the peat embers will warm the soul into the wee small hours and as you awaken next morning your senses will ask: “Did that really happen?”, hoping with all your heart that it will happen again. Mood: Close your eyes as you inhale, you will be spiritually transported to the island of great distillers, with a terroir unique and natural where the never-ending call of the sea is the anthem of the Ileach.

+ H2O: round and pleasant, finish more alcoholic 30.10.2017 75

Rough and green, not that peaty despite the ppm but quite some alcohol bite, feels unbalanced

This 7th legendary bottling of Octomore, with incredible 169 ppm peat content. A Scottish whisky of superlatives, limited to 18,000 bottles. Nose: Directly a lot of smoke, peat and tar. There are also aromas of vanilla, honey, grass, straw, hints of mint and salt. Taste: Not only a peat monster with high alcohol and smoke, but also with soft tones, which ensure a good balance. Finish: a lot of smoke!

Tary and malty aroma, brine, drying seaweed, spruce wood smoke, mustard, nutmeg, lime, prunes, green apple, wet hay and oat biscuits. Marzipan sweet and tary taste, chili, wasabi, dijon mustard, lemon marmalade, ginger, espresso and bitter herbs. Long, smoky, fruity, spicy and malty end.

A great expression!

ever wanna know the differente between peat and peatsmoke? try this next to a Lagavulin or so. somewhat clean smokey, more meat than in the 6.01. clean mouth with some alcohol, no smoke on taste, but earth, and meat, smoked ham and oxtail.

Extremely brutal, not a punch to the throat but a bulldozer. Disgusting smell and a weird taste to follow. It's drinkable but not enjoyable.

Sample. Not as complex as some other Octomores, rather straightforward, but the finish is quite unique... It’s big and complex on behalf of the taste:) I'm definitely happy I had a chance to try it!

The peat does play a more prominent role in this one compared with previous bottlings from Octomore. But it works! Between 110 and 120 EUR. Thanks to Johan for the sample.

One thing's for sure, there are stronger and peatier TASTING whiskies out there, which to me is a pleasant surprise. There are fruity notes, for a 5 y.o. Scotch, this one is pretty impressive. It takes water quite well, even brings out the phenols some more. Of course it is overpriced, so it is no "must buy", but if you are a collector or looking for something special/a treat, give this one or a later version a try! Just realize, this is less, or rather more than a mere peat monster. :-)

Its very good.

Thanks DarrenHJA

I really liked it, with water a bit too much bitterness and spiciness.

The taste is fine but minimal, but there is so much in the finish. This is not something to drink quickly, that would be difficult and foolish to take away from one of its assets which is the long finish.

The inherent quality of the whisky strikes me as being very good, although the young age and the insane phenol levels makes it too 'rough' and unfinished for my tastebuds. Certainly a unique style of whisky.

Tasting of 7 Octomores: Futures I Futures II 4.1 5.1 6.1 7.1 2002 10yo

Complete Tasting notes here: http://www.weinkenner.de/2012/islay-die-torfige-trauminsel-und-heimat-des-neuen-octomore-5169-25033/ Color: straw yellow Nose: peat, smoke from a campfire and peat again, Tar, disinfectant, salt and lemon, malty and sweet with hints of vanilla. Taste: Powerful, sweet start, always getting better with lots and lots of peat; strong salty smoke, lemon and some vanilla. There are also flavors of black tea that dull the honey sweetness contact. Finish: Very long and very peaty. Smoked salty lemon with dull notes of tea and wet foliage and highlighted sweet aromas of honey. Note: Here you will find a consistent sweetness from the beginning, which fits perfectly with the peat smoke. 88 points (nose: 86 / taste: 88 / finish: 89) Price: 110 euros

Call the Fire Brigade. Very good quality for the age, but then again, it's a laddie. (Rating interval 86-89)

Suddenly, a soft and sweet mole, instead of the expected dryness and brutality, an absolutely imperceptible fortress and phenology, by the combination of youth of spirits, fortress and saturation with phenols reminds young Ledaig with a smoky dominant instead of rubber.

Sharp nose, immense peat, sculpted by waves of iodine and limestone, gypsum and granite. A deserted beach, the sea air, pebbles soaked in salt, pieces of Parmesan, then a few fruits and vanilla, but it's a fleeting impression. A few drops of honey, plum pulp, a hint of lemon zest. Medicinal touches. On the palate, the peat fades, it's almost delicate, yet still very much present in the background, thick and deep. It's oily, almonds and lychees, quite smooth, with measured spices. A very powerful finish, full of charcoal and gravel, persistent smoke, metallic, but nonetheless elegant. Cashew nuts, vanilla custard, young wood. This one in particular I really liked, it is particularly mineral and iodine-rich, it's really intense. https://ilikesky2020.blogspot.com/2026/08/octomore-edition-051-5-yo.html

as my first octomore i expected to be overwhelmed but it's a very nice ballanced high proof whisky