Bowmore 18 Years Old Single Islay 70cl/40%
Cosseted away in the finest, hand-selected oak casks and allowed to mature at its own sedate pace, this is one of the most remarkable, perfectly balanced single malt scotch whiskies of its kind. One of our rarest whiskies, bottles of Bowmore 18 Year Old may be limited, but there’s no end to its enjoyment. In stock-
NOSE
Light, fragrant smoke – like herbs on fire. Also butterscotch, light menthol, nectarines, brine and ferns.
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PALATE
A big floral note up front followed by a prickly middle, with sweet syrup, sugared flowers and an oily mouthfeel.
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FINISH
Sweet, with floral notes, lightly tannic wood and a touch of sawdust.
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COMMENT
This seems to be very much what Bowmore are going for – balanced smoke and wood, with a hint of the floweriness that they are known for.
