Octave Craigellachie 2011, 13yo cask 7544208 @ 54.4%

A limited single cask release from Duncan Taylor's acclaimed Octave series, highlighting the distinctive Speyside character of Craigellachie.

Distilled in 2011 at Craigellachie and matured for 13 years, this Single Malt Scotch Whisky was finished in Octave cask #7544208 — approximately one-eighth the size of a traditional cask. The smaller cask increases interaction between the whisky and the wood, adding richness, balance, and complexity while preserving the whisky's original character.

Bottled at its natural 54.4% cask strength with no chill filtration and no added color, this limited single cask release offers an authentic expression of both the distillery and Duncan Taylor's innovative Octave maturation.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Melon, Greek yogurt, buttered toast, almond butter, lemon zest.

Palate: Sweet sherry, candied sweets, fresh limes, custard, apple pie.

Finish: Medium-long and creamy, with lingering citrus, custard, and a gentle spice fade.

How to Drink It

Neat: The recommended way to experience this release — let it breathe for a few minutes before your first sip.

With Water: A few drops open up the melon and citrus layers at this cask strength.

In Cocktails: The custard and citrus profile makes a natural base for a Whisky Sour or light Old Fashioned.

Bottle Details

• Distillery: Craigellachie
• Region: Speyside, Scotland
• Spirit: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
• Series: Duncan Taylor Octave
• Age: 13 Years
• Distilled: 2011
• Cask Number: 7544208
• Maturation: Octave Cask
• ABV: 54.4% (Cask Strength)
• Bottler: Duncan Taylor
• Non-Chill Filtered: Yes
• Natural Color: Yes
• Release: Limited Single Cask