Octave Drumblade 2008, 16yo cask 1446243 @ 55.2%

A distinguished 16-year-old single cask expression from Drumblade, expertly bottled by Duncan Taylor's acclaimed Octave series.

Distilled in 2008 and carefully matured in cask 1446243, this exceptional blended malt represents the pinnacle of small-batch Scotch whisky craftsmanship. Bottled at natural cask strength of 55.2%, this limited release offers a honeyed, fruit-forward profile that evolves beautifully with each sip.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Classic Jaffa cakes and buttery shortbread open the experience, followed by poached pear, an oily richness, and a whisper of white pepper.

Palate: Luxurious honeyed sweetness with sweet pears, nutty undertones, candied vanilla, and bright citrus notes that dance across the palate.

Perfect Serves

Neat: A few drops of water reveal the full honeyed complexity at this cask strength.

Honey Whisky Sour: The natural honeyed character makes this perfect for an elevated Whisky Sour. Combine with fresh lemon juice, honey syrup, and egg white for a silky, sophisticated cocktail.

Rob Roy: The nutty, vanilla notes shine in this Scotch Manhattan variation. Stir with sweet vermouth and Angostura bitters, garnish with a cherry.

Hot Toddy: The sweet pear and honey profile creates an exceptional winter warmer with hot water, lemon, and a cinnamon stick.

Details

• Distilled: 2008
• Age: 16 years
• Cask: 1446243
• ABV: 55.2% (cask strength)
• Type: Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
• Limited availability - single cask release