The most peaty Octomore 14.3, it is peated to 214.2 ppm and matured in an even ratio of first-fill bourbon casks and second-fill wine casks. Not only is this the most peaty of the 14th Octomore releases, it is also the most powerful, bottled at 61.4% alc. Pure gold. You are taken into the courtyard of the Bruichladdich distillery and the aromas of hot, sweet mash are unmistakable on the nose. This soft, biscuity malt is followed by peat smoke and an assortment of sweet, stone fruit, with ripe apricots, peach and honey-sprinkled pears. Candied lemon peel adds a touch of citrus, balanced with butterscotch, honeycomb, chocolate and vanilla ice cream. Delicate oak notes emerge immediately, followed by the presence of smouldering peat. Floral hints of gorse and honeysuckle rise above the malty, Islay-grown barley, which is rich and sweet with creamy porridge and cereal notes. The texture of French oak along with the sweet vanilla and toffee of American oak combine beautifully and create a harmonious balance on the palate. Malted barley and earthy smoke dominate, followed by lingering notes of sweet barley sugar. Caramel and vanilla add a final touch of rounded sweetness.