Octomore 15.2 is a whisky that redefines the art of smoke. Born from Bruichladdich’s relentless curiosity, this Islay single malt explores how European oak can transform the world’s most heavily peated spirit into something unexpectedly elegant. If 15.1 is power and precision, 15.2 is intrigue and indulgence, the meeting of fire and fruit, strength and sensuality. It’s a whisky that proves intensity doesn’t have to shout; it can whisper with confidence.

Octomore 15.2 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Brand: Bruichladdich | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 57.3% | Origin: Islay, Scotland | Vol: 700ml

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Smouldering peat mingles with dark fruits, figs, and polished oak. Hints of honey, roasted coffee, and orange peel drift through, like a candlelit cellar filled with wood and warmth.
Palate: Rich and layered, sweet raisins, treacle, and toasted spice glide over the signature Octomore peat. There’s a remarkable creaminess that carries notes of chocolate, clove, and dried berries, unfolding slowly with every sip.
Finish: Long, smoky, and seductively sweet. Lingering impressions of oak spice, leather, and black cherry give way to a soft coastal saltiness that reminds you this is still pure Islay at heart.

Production Details:
Octomore 15.2 showcases the distillery’s boldness with wood. Distilled from 100% Scottish barley peated to over 130 PPM, this edition was matured in a combination of Oloroso and Amarone wine casks, European oak chosen to bring richness and red fruit depth to the signature smoke. The result is an intoxicating contrast: the heat of peat meeting the elegance of fine wine casks, perfectly balanced at natural cask strength.

Perfect For:
A quiet night in deep conversation, or none at all. It’s the whisky you pour when you want complexity that evolves with time, a dram that asks you to listen as much as taste. Perfect for seasoned whisky lovers chasing depth, emotion, and discovery.

Expert Notes:
Critics have called Octomore 15.2 “a masterstroke of balance,” praising its ability to tame immense peat with the decadence of European oak. Whisky Magazine described it as “both bold and beautiful, proof that Octomore’s evolution is as emotional as it is technical.”

Customer Reviews:
“I expected smoke and power. What I found was warmth, fruit, and poetry. Unreal.”   Lucas G.
“The Amarone casks turned the smoke into something luxurious, like silk wrapped around fire.”   Naomi V.
“Easily one of the best Octomores I’ve had. It’s rich, smoky, and strangely comforting.”   Eric T.

Interesting Fact:
The 15.2 release continues Octomore’s signature trilogy concept, each bottling (15.1, 15.2, and 15.3) exploring the same base spirit aged in different casks. It’s a rare chance to taste how oak alone reshapes intensity, giving each version its own identity and soul.

Serving Suggestions:
Best enjoyed neat in a tulip glass to fully appreciate its complex aroma. Add a few drops of water to reveal waves of dried fruit and spice beneath the smoke. This is a whisky that rewards patience, let it breathe, and it will tell you its story.

Distillery Background:
Bruichladdich, founded in 1881 on Islay’s western shore, is a distillery driven by philosophy as much as flavor. Revived in 2001, it’s known for its obsession with transparency, provenance, and craft. The Octomore series, named after a nearby farm, stands as its boldest experiment, a line that challenges every convention of what peated whisky can be. With Octomore 15.2, Bruichladdich once again proves that power, when guided by artistry, can achieve true elegance.