Reviews for Bowmore 15 Year Old - Golden & Elegant 1L
Impressive
I love this one, if you like bourbon cask whiskey this is one you should try=)
Per Kristian Nov 30, 2018
Smokey
Reminds me of the Indonesian haze. Tastes of smoke and not much else. Not something I'd recommend.
Master of Malt Customer Sep 20, 2018
Not the best
I have this one on my islay shelf. A 15 yo which sounded like a good addition to the Caol Isla, Lagavulin, Ardbeg and even Laphroaig posse, Its an imposter. Tastes like a burnt sh*t sugar butty in comparison. Each to their own.
Paul Farrell Jul 28, 2018
Not the typical Islay malt
Very nice Islay malt. Don’t expect the typical smoky peatbomb, but a well balanced masterpiece of fruit, zest, smoke, woodspice (it’s first fill after all) and cinammon/liquorice. On the nose it’s smoky honey combined with a slightly bitter woodsap. aftertaste/finish is long and dominated by the fresh oakwood. Also very dry and a little medicinal.
Dirk Thijs Apr 12, 2018
Wonderful!
On the nose is the expected peat, but with some mint and a touch of leather.
The palate is bright with peat, cloves and bitter-herbal notes.
The finish is medium length with that leather again, mineral peat notes, ash and some lemon zest.
Nice change of pace for Bowmore to offer something less sweet, without as much sherry cask influence. From the palate, this must be mostly ex-burbon casks. A great quality value for the price, especially for a liter bottle.
Highly recommended! <3
James Maier Feb 28, 2018
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