Duncan Taylor (Octave) - Aultmore 13 Year Old 2008
ABV: 52.5% | Origin: Speyside, Scotland

This 13-year-old Speyside single malt from Aultmore is part of Duncan Taylor’s Octave series, bottled at a robust 52.5% ABV. Finished in sherry-seasoned octave casks, it delivers rich notes of dried fruits, honeyed malt, and spiced oak, with hints of dark chocolate and citrus zest. The finish is long and warming, with a perfect balance of sweetness and depth.

Tasting Profile

• Nose: Fresh and vibrant with green apple, lemon zest, honeysuckle, and a hint of fresh grass.
• Palate: Medium-bodied with layers of citrus fruits, vanilla cream, white pepper, and subtle minerality.
• Finish: Clean and crisp with lingering notes of green apple, white pepper, and a touch of oak spice.

Production Details

• Single Malt: Sourced from the Aultmore Distillery in Speyside
• Vintage: Distilled in 2008, bottled after 13 years of careful maturation
• Cask Type: Octave cask - a small, specialized oak cask for intensive flavor development
• Bottling: Non-chill filtered, cask strength to preserve authentic character

Perfect For

• Whisky enthusiasts exploring smaller, lesser-known Speyside distilleries
• Fans of crisp, fruit-forward Speyside single malts
• Those who appreciate cask strength expressions with vibrant character

Expert Notes

• "A quintessential Speyside expression that captures the region's bright, fresh style."
• "Duncan Taylor's Octave series showcases the potential of careful cask selection."
• "A delightful representation of Aultmore's characteristic light and clean profile."

Customer Reviews

• "Wonderfully fresh and vibrant—a real treat for Speyside lovers!" – Michael T. ★★★★½
• "Great complexity for a 13-year-old whisky. Impressive cask influence." – Sarah R. ★★★★
• "Clean, crisp, and full of flavor. A fantastic find." – David L. ★★★★

Interesting Facts

• Aultmore Distillery is known as one of the "hidden" Speyside distilleries
• Part of Duncan Taylor's acclaimed Octave series
• Small batch release from a single octave cask

Serving Suggestions

• Neat: To fully appreciate the whisky's intricate flavor profile
• With a Drop of Water: Opens up additional subtle flavor notes
• Ideal Glassware: Tulip-shaped whisky glass to concentrate aromas

Distillery

• Aultmore Distillery: Established in 1896, nestled in the heart of Speyside
• Duncan Taylor & Co.: Renowned independent bottler specializing in exceptional single cask releases