Octomore 16.3 is a high-provenance edition in Bruichladdichs Series 16, where every drop begins with barley grown exclusively in Church Field on Octomore Farm, Islay. Distilled to 189.5 PPM peat, this expression is matured full term for five years in a blend of bourbon, Sauternes, and Pedro Ximnez casks. It is bottled un-chill filtered, with no added colour, capturing pure intensity, terroir and smoke

Tasting Notes

Colour: Deep copper with warm amber tones, reflecting its rich cask maturation.

Nose: A bold opening of smoked peat, salted sea air, and charred oak. Beneath the smoke lies honeyed malt, toasted grain, ripe orchard fruits, and a delicate scent of dried apricot or raisin.

Palate: Robust yet layered. The smoke is present but integratedthink dark chocolate, burnt caramel, and toasted nuts, with orchard fruits (pear, apricot) and citrus peel weaving through. The wine cask influence adds a fruit-drenched sweetness and complexity. Threads of salinity, earthiness, and ash ground the sweetness.

Finish: Medium to long: lingering barley sweetness, soft floral echoes, and a gradual fade of smoke, citrus, and fine peat ash. A touch of minerality remains at the end.

Distillery Character & Craft

Octomore is dedicated to pushing boundaries of peat, provenance, and cask influence. With 16.3, the focus is on single-field barley and extremely high peat, balanced by a bold cask program. This bottling reflects both brute strength and nuanceshowcasing how terroir, peat, and wood can coexist in thoughtful harmony.

Collectors Note

As part of the Series 16 releases, 16.3 is especially notable for its ultra-high peat level, single-field barley provenance, and ambitious maturation. It appeals to seasoned peat lovers and serious collectors who enjoy comparing sibling expressions (16.1, 16.2, 16.3) to taste how casks and barley source shape character.

Technical Details

Barley Source: 100% from Church Field, Octomore Farm, Islay

Peat Level: 189.5 PPM

Maturation: 5 years in bourbon, Sauternes, and Pedro Ximnez casks

Age: 5 Years

ABV: 61,6%

Volume: 700ml

Filtration / Colouring: Non-chill filtered, natural colour (no added color)