Tyler, Dec 30, 2020

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.

Kyle, Jul 11, 2020

Heavy peat!!! Smooth and nice lasting finish!

Quinn, May 26, 2020

Smoke and peat :)

Piotr, Mar 21, 2020

I love this monster!!!

Bill, Feb 24, 2020

A peat bomb, kind of on the harsh side neat, but with a little water or ice it opens nicely and harshness subsides a bit. Interesting dram, but I think I prefer the more subdued(and less expensive) Port Charlotte release from them

Patrick, Feb 8, 2020

Very strong but still smooth. Prefer the 8.1 to this though.

Jyrki, Dec 11, 2019

Extremely smoky. You can almost feel the charcoal bits in your mouth. Sweet aftertaste.

Oystein, Oct 13, 2019

Excellent!

Todd, May 6, 2019

It lives up to the hype. It's a truly potent peated whiskey, and tastes of craftsmanship on every level. However, the amount of peat can overwhelm the other flavors in the spiral if you're not a huge peat fan, and the amount of peat can sometimes trigger heartburn. It was wonderful to try, and I'd certainly recommend it, but it's not something I would stock regularly in my home bar.

Jose, Feb 11, 2019

Really Smokey flavour at the end, but at the same time with a vanilla flavour.

guest, Oct 18, 2018

Amazing. Went to the top of the peat spectrum and wasn’t disappointed. Peaty, but smooth like Aberlour A’bunagh

Garry, Sep 13, 2018

One of the best octomore I have tried.

Zack, Jun 4, 2018

My first foray into the Octomore series. I'm a big peat lover and this packed a wallop. I agree that it's best tasted neat at first, but I thought it opened up nicely with a drop or two of water and revealed some flavors other than over-the-top peat. I really enjoyed this.

Bryan, May 21, 2018

Amazing!

Michael, Mar 20, 2018

Love the peat.

Alon, Feb 22, 2018

Has a much stronger kick than the 07.1. I love it, but drinking it alongside the 07.1, I think I prefer the 07.1. The 08.3 is a little more oily, which I like. It's amazing how relatively smooth this scotch is given the ridiculous alcohol content. BTW - did you know that phenols are powerful antioxidants and are good for you??

Henry, Dec 4, 2017

I really dig peaty whisky. The Octomore 7.1 currently sits at the throne. It's the one that opened my taste buds to the enjoyable world of peat. Only downside is that I'm now spoiled and it might be difficult for me to enjoy cheaper Scotch. The 8.3 is excellent. Not as good as the 7.1 but I still think it deserves a 10. It's amazing how high they bottled the alcohol %, yet it's amazingly smooth. Do not jump the gun and add water or ice. Experience it neat at first.

Henry, Sep 14, 2018

Update: a drop or two of water opened it up very nicely. Still amazing how little smoke you get on the nose. It's like inhaling the Islay salty ocean air...but once you take a sip, a train of phenols hits you. Neat or with water, both fantastic.