Bruichladdich Octomore 13.1 is the cornerstone of the thirteenth Octomore series, the distillery's ongoing experiment in just how far peat smoke can be pushed while keeping a whisky balanced and complex. The barley, 100% Scottish Concerto from the 2015 harvest, was malted to a staggering 137.3 PPM, more than double the level of most heavily peated Islay malts, then distilled at Bruichladdich in 2016. It spent five years maturing on Islay in first fill American oak casks, which lay down rich vanilla, coconut and honeyed sweetness to meet the smoke head on. Bottled at 118.4 proof, non chill filtered and with no added color, it is bold, viscous and surprisingly nuanced. The first wave is sweet, nutty smoke and barley sugar, followed by ripe apricot, pear and crème brûlée, before the peat settles into earthy, leathery depth. A few drops of water unlock fruit and floral notes hiding beneath the smoke. Each Octomore edition is released once, in limited quantities, and the 13 series has since been followed by newer editions, so bottles like this are increasingly sought after by peat lovers and collectors alike. The bottle and tube carry the signature of head distiller Adam Hannett.
ABV / Proof
| ABV |
59.2% |
| Proof |
118.4 |
| Size |
750ml |
| Type |
Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
| Edition |
13.1 |
| Peat Level |
137.3 PPM |
| Age |
5 years |
| Distilled |
2016 (2015 harvest) |
| Barley |
100% Scottish Concerto |
| Maturation |
First fill American oak |
| Chill Filtration |
None |
| Added Color |
None |
Tasting Notes
Color: Pale gold.
Nose: Sweet nutty smoke and barley sugar with syrupy apricot, ripe pear, vanilla, crème brûlée, coconut and charred oak.
Palate: Thick and viscous, like smoked granola drizzled with honey, with toffee, vanilla and ripe orchard fruit beneath layers of peat.
Finish: Long and earthy, with mossy, heathery peat smoke, a salty citrus edge and a delicate floral lift.
FAQ
How peated is Octomore 13.1?
The barley was malted to 137.3 PPM, placing it among the most heavily peated single malts in the world.
What proof is Octomore 13.1?
It is bottled at 59.2% ABV, which is 118.4 proof.
How old is Octomore 13.1?
It was distilled in 2016 and aged for five years on Islay.
What casks was Octomore 13.1 matured in?
It was matured in first fill American oak casks, which add vanilla, coconut and honeyed sweetness to balance the smoke.
Is Octomore 13.1 still being produced?
No. Each Octomore edition is a limited, one time release, and newer series have followed the 13 series.
Where can I buy Octomore 13.1 online?
Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
