Bruichladdich - Octomore 11.3 Islay Barley 2014 5 year old Whisky

100% farm-grown Islay barley, peated to 194 PPM and aged 5 years, delivers a grain-forward Islay single malt with pronounced terroir, refined by slow distillation to reveal the barley's true character. Octomore 11.3 Islay Barley Single Malt Scotch 5 year old 61.7% ABV Nose: Slight floral character greets the nose, bright and summery. Peat smoke rises slowly in the background, clean and dry, with a delicate touch. Soft floral notes mingle with citrus, while honey and vanilla weave through, anchoring the perfume and hint Palate: On the palate it carries a stately presence, the high strength kept in check by a delicate sweetness. Honey and fruit syrup unfold with orange blossom and apricot jam, guided by a floral bouquet. Soft notes temper the peat, letting the barley-forw Finish: Phenolic presence lingers into a dry-smoked, earthy finish. Dry grass and burnt heather rise with hints of toffee and malt sugar, while the floral lift recedes, revealing a long, intricate finale.