A 15 year old released in January of 2007 from the legendary Bowmore distillery in Islay, finished in Sherry casks, imparting a rich sweetness that blends well with the peaty elements.
Dark and punchy. Sherry notes, juicy Corinth raisins. Spices. Creamy, mochaccino, sweet dates.
Rich, woody, pine oil. Syrupy. Lovely, creamy toffee and malt. Smoky.
Spicy, toffee, sherry, barley.
For me, this is a perfect dram, something to always have in the cupboard. Great balance of sweetness, spice and smoke. Really smooth.
I find this a really nice smooth single malt with just enough smoke. Really enjoy it, lovely everyday tipple. Almost finished this one so will stock up as soon as.
Overall great malt but better if its NCF and no E150a. nose was pleasant, delivery on the palate was great but finish was flat. palate and finish improves with water.
Magnificent single malt, probably the best at that price. Super sweet and smoky, it's amazingly complex and just leaves you wanting more.
I buy this every Christmas, I think it's that good, and affordable in all the Christmas gift shopping.. I like a lot of single malts, mostly Islay, but I demand to get value for the bucks. Bowmore gives this, and age statements. I like Arbeg, Laphroaig, Bowmore and Bunnahanhain. The others I don't care for. I like both Bowmore 12 and 15, the travel retail 15 is also great.
