The 15th release in the super heavily-peated Octomore range from the Bruichladdich distillery on Islay. 15.2 is produced from 100% Scottish mainland concerto barley and then peated to 108.2ppm. Distilled in 2018 from the 2017 harvest and matured for 5 years, initially in a combination of second-fill wine casks and second-fill bourbon casks before being finished in first-fill Cognac casks for the remainder of its maturation. Non-chillfiltered, naturally coloured and bottled at a cask strength of 57.9%. (Bottle size 70cl)

Nose: Sweet citrus, lime zest and lemon meringue pie open on the nose, followed by toasted oak and a hint of earthy smoke. A medley of tropical fruit enhances the vibrancy of the single malt whisky, balanced with woody spices, smoked honey, toasted bread, and roasted coffee.

Palate: Viscous in texture, the sumptuously smooth spirit brings vanilla custard, caramel, toffee and a crack of black pepper. Charred oak, cinnamon and a hint of nutmeg provide added depth with pear drops and dried apricot cutting through Octomore’s inimitable peat smoke.

Finish: An unmistakable maritime quality lands on a finish, with waves of salt spray settling on the palate while peat embers linger.