Rest & Be Thankful - OCTOMORE 2008 - 7 years old - Single French Cask No. 2008000911 - Bottled in 2015 - 64.4% ABV
Rest & Be Thankful is an exquisite range of prestigious independent bottlings owned by the renowned Fox Fitzgerald Whisky Trading Company, based in Hereford, England. Founded in 2012 by passionate experts Eamonn Jones and Aidan Smith, the brand takes its evocative name from an inscription carved on a historic stone by soldiers in 1753 during the construction of a military road on Scotland's wild west coast, the legendary Glen Croe route. This demanding path invited travelers to “rest and be thankful” for having reached the summit, a tradition deeply rooted in Scottish history. Over the years, Eamonn Jones and Aidan Smith have built an exclusive global network, collaborating with iconic brands such as Ian Macleod Distillers (masters of Glengoyne, Tamdhu, Rosebank) and Whyte and Mackay (Dalmore, Jura, Fettercairn). Their expertise now grants them access to the finest whisky casks through strategic relationships with distilleries, renowned brokers, and private collectors.
This prestigious expression of Octomore, aged 7 years, comes from a single French oak cask No. 2008000911, carefully selected by the iconic Bruichladdich distillery on the legendary island of Islay. Filled on March 19, 2008, and bottled at cask strength with a remarkable 64.4% ABV on March 20, 2015, this exclusive gem yielded only 307 bottles. Every drop reflects the intensity and complexity typical of peated single malts, perfect for enthusiasts seeking an authentic and unique tasting experience.
Powerfully peated whisky, an essential reference for discerning connoisseurs.
