Royal Brackla 2017/2026 - 8 Year Old - PX Cask Finish #9351405 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
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Profile: The Royal Brackla 2017/2026 - 8 Years - PX Cask Finish #9351405 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) at a glance
- Highland origin: This single malt comes from the well-known Royal Brackla distillery in Scotland’s Highlands, bringing the region’s refined and classic style to the glass.
- Sherry-led character: The Pedro Ximénez cask finish adds dark fruit, layered sweetness, and a pleasantly spicy backbone.
- Small cask, big impact: As a The Octave release, the whisky matured in a particularly small cask, allowing intense interaction between wood and spirit.
- Unadulterated enjoyment: No coloring has been added, so the whisky’s natural appearance takes center stage.
- Limited release: Bottled at 53.70% ABV in a 0.7 l bottle, this expression is aimed at drinkers who appreciate character and individuality.
Portrait: What defines the Royal Brackla 2017/2026 - 8 Years - PX Cask Finish #9351405 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Royal Brackla is one of the established names of the Highlands and is associated with a style that combines Scottish tradition with a refined profile. In this bottling, Duncan Taylor presents the distillery from a more concentrated and expressive angle: distilled in 2017, the single malt matured for eight years before receiving a distinct finish in a Pedro Ximénez Octave cask.
It is especially the combination of rich sherry influence and the compact size of the Octave cask that makes this whisky compelling. Because the wood-to-spirit contact is significantly higher than in larger casks, the aromas become more concentrated and the whisky gains additional depth. The result is a single malt that does not shout, but impresses with dark sweetness, spice, and structure.
Overall, this bottling feels deliberately authentic: no coloring, a robust strength, and the clear signature of independent bottler Duncan Taylor. Anyone looking for a Highland whisky with a pronounced cask influence will find a distinctive expression with a balanced interplay of fruit, oak, and spice.
Tasting Notes: How the Royal Brackla 2017/2026 - 8 Years - PX Cask Finish #9351405 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) tastes
- Aroma: Dark raisins, plums, and figs meet toffee, vanilla, and a touch of caramel. Gentle spice and a subtle malty base add welcome depth.
- Taste: The palate reveals a dense mix of dried fruit, mocha, and dark oak spice. The sweetness remains present, yet never overwhelms the whisky.
- Finish: The finish is long, dry-spicy, and shaped by oak. A light vanilla note and traces of dark fruit linger pleasantly.
| Bottler: | Duncan Taylor |
|---|---|
| Bottling Date: | 2026 |
| Alcohol: | 53,70%vol. |
| Age: | 8 year old |
| Distillery: | Royal Brackla |
| Destillation Date: | 2017 |
| Coloured: | Natural Colour |
| Volume: | 0,7l |
| Country: | Scotland |
| Product Type: | Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
| Product Category: | Whisky |
| Product brand: | Duncan Taylor |
| Region: | Highlands |
| Responsible food business operator: | Kirsch Import GmbH & Co. KG, Mackenstedter Str. 7, 28816 Stuhr, Deutschland |
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