Bowmore 15 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Replacing what was formerly known as "The Darkest" this Bowmore age statement comes matured in Bourbon barrels followed by a three year stint in Oloroso Sherry casks. Expect flavours of dark chocolate, sun dried fruits and a wisp of Islay peat smoke, cedar wood and treacle toffee. 43% Alc./Vol.

Other reviews... The nose features smoky caramel, dates, citrus fruits, and quite dry sherry. Dark chocolate and cocktail cherries on the rich malty palate, with peat smoke and a hint of dry oak balancing the sweet fruitiness. Sherry, brine, soft peat, oak, and allspice in the lingering finish. 92 points - whiskyadvocate.com

salivating: malty with a chocolate and raisin and fudge slowly massaged with the peat; more smoked caramel now with a hint of black cherry; a sherry influenced whisky outpointing a bourbon cask one...how often will you find that? 43% Alc./Vol. 91 points - Jim Murrays Whisky Bible 2018