tylerss20
Octomore Masterclass 08.3/309 Islay Barley
Single Malt — Islay, Scotland
Reviewed
August 26, 2018 (edited September 4, 2018)
Regardless of other people's feelings about exactly how peaty the 309 ppm phenols make it taste, this is the smokiest whisky I've ever had. The bouquet actually isn't as dominated by smoke as other peated malts, there is also some room for chocolate covered fruit and tea as well. But the palate is ALL peat. Black pepper, campfire, jerky, bacon, and brine in spades. It's one of very few pours that I found myself coughing and clearing my throat even after multiple sips. It is a palate ruiner. Like a super hopped up IPA, you won't be able to enjoy eating or drinking much else right after. The high proof and lingering, coating smoke stick around for a long time.
This is a fascinating novelty, and a must try (at least once) for peat fans. Given the high cost and extreme nature of this scotch, I can't say I'd see myself buying it again.
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