From Barley to Octomore – English Tastings at HDF Whiskey Edition

Curious about whisky beyond Finland? At HDF Whiskey Edition we also dive deep into the legendary Scottish island of Islay. This year, Bruichladdich and Kilchoman bring a line-up of tastings held entirely in English – perfect for international guests and for anyone who wants to hear the distillery stories straight from the source.

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🎟️ Note: All tastings require a separate ticket in addition to the festival entry.

👉 Get your ticket here

Fri 7.11.2025

Bruichladdich Distillery Range – 18:15
Bruichladdich is known for contrasts: unpeated, heavily peated and the world’s smokiest. Taste the whole family in one sitting: Classic Laddie, Port Charlotte 10 YO, Port Charlotte 18 YO and Octomore 16.1.
💶 Price: 25 € (4 x 2 cl)

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Kilchoman Tasting – 18:30
Founded in 2005, Kilchoman is already a modern classic. Brand Ambassador Craig Watkins leads you through six expressions, from the approachable Machir Bay 46 % to the bold Batch Strength 57 % and Machir Bay Cask Strength 2025 (58.1 %). Along the way you’ll taste 100% Islay 15th Edition, 100% Islay Sherry Cask and PX Sherry Cask Matured.
💶 Price: 35 € (6 x 2 cl)

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Bruichladdich Octomore – 20:00
Cult status, legendary peat levels, and a new release for 2025. This tasting focuses on the Octomore 16 series: 16.1, 16.2 and 16.3. For those who want to meet the world’s most heavily peated whiskies face to face.
💶 Price: 30 € (3 x 2 cl)

Sat 8.11.2025

Barley Explorations by Bruichladdich – 18:15
Whisky begins with barley. In this session you’ll taste how different varieties and farming methods shape flavor. On the table: Islay Barley, Organic Barley and Bere Barley – three whiskies that prove how much terroir matters.
💶 Price: 20 € (3 x 2 cl)

Bruichladdich Distillery Gems – 20:00
A rare opportunity to explore the treasures of Bruichladdich. From Micro Provenance to the mysterious Black Art 11, and from the elegant 18 YO to the majestic 30 YO. A journey across decades in just one hour.
💶 Price: 40 € (Micro Provenance 1 cl, Black Art 11 1 cl, 18 YO 2 cl, 30 YO 1 cl)

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