Islay Single Malt 2009/2026 - 16 y.o. - Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish #11850417 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)

Volume: 0.7 liters | Alcohol content: 52.9% | Not chill-filtered | No coloring

Islay Single Malt 2009/2026 - 16 y.o. - Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish #11850417 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)

Special features: This Islay Single Malt from Duncan Taylor has an aging of 16 years and is bottled at cask strength with 52.9%. The final refinement is done through an Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish. It belongs to the "The Octave" series, known for its special aging methods. The bottling is done without chill filtration, preserving the authentic character of the whisky.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: On the nose, the whisky presents fruity aromas of orange, mango, passion fruit, and strawberry gummy bears, accompanied by a hint of turmeric. The peat shows as gentle wood smoke and a scent of extinguished campfire that intensifies over time.
• Palate: The palate is dominated by honey, followed by citrus notes that develop in the mid-palate before ashy peat appears in a medium-long finish. Black pepper emerges in the finish, with the alcohol strength remaining well balanced.
• Finish: The finish combines the previous aromas with a lasting impression of peat and pepper.

Distillery/Bottler: Duncan Taylor was founded in 1938 in Glasgow and is an independent bottler based in Huntly, Scotland. The brand is known for its careful selection of whiskies from various Scottish distilleries, including this bottling from the Islay region. The "The Octave" series is characterized by its special maturation, which emphasizes the character of the whiskies. Duncan Taylor has built a reputation for high-quality and craft-produced bottlings.

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