Special features: This limited release from the renowned "The Octave" series by Duncan Taylor matured for 13 years in classic oak casks and completed its character with an additional five-month finish in a small Octave cask. With only 75 bottles worldwide, it is an exceptionally rare specialty for lovers of intense Speyside whiskies.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Spicy oak aromas paired with notes of freshly cut hay, honey, and a hint of vanilla.
Palate: Strong and full-bodied with hints of caramel, ripe fruits, and a subtle peppery spiciness.
Finish: Long and warming, carried by oak wood and a slightly smoky nuance.
Distillery/Bottler: Craigellachie, a traditional distillery in the Speyside region of Scotland, is known for its robust single malt with a characteristic malt note. Duncan Taylor, an established independent bottler based in Scotland, is dedicated to preserving and presenting special cask strengths and vintage releases, which is impressively expressed in this carefully composed series.
Product details:
Manufacturer: Craigellachie Distillery
Bottler: Duncan Taylor
Age: 13 years
Cask types: 13 years maturation in Oak Casks, 5 months finish in Octave cask