Bowmore 15 Years Old is an Islay single malt from the distillery's permanent range, offered here in its 2024 release and bottled at 43% volume. MATURATION: The whisky matured in American oak casks that had previously held bourbon and in European oak casks that had held Oloroso sherry. SUGGESTIONS: The smoke is gentle, making this a good introduction for drinkers wary of heavily peated Islay malts. Pour neat into a tulip glass and let it rest for a few minutes before tasting; to soften the strength, add water a drop at a time. Aged Gouda or a medium-bodied Dominican or Nicaraguan cigar pairs well.
Tasting notes
Bright gold with a soft lustre.
Vanilla and toasted almonds, then stewed apple and baked pastry, with cinnamon, sultanas and dark chocolate.
Candied orange, toasted walnuts and blackberry jam, with a salty edge.
Subtle, fresh woody smoke that lingers.
Bowmore stands on the shore of Loch Indaal and is generally regarded as Islay's oldest distillery. Its founding in 1779 is credited to David Simson, a merchant who had previously distilled at Bridgend.It is one of the few Scotch distilleries still malting part of its own barley on traditional floors. Casks also mature on site in the No.1 Vaults. The distillery belongs to Suntory Global Spirits.
International Wine & Spirit Competition 2024 · Gold · 95 points International Spirits Challenge 2024 · Gold
