Scotch (Single Malt)

Bowmore 15yr Darkest

Bowmore · Islay, Scotland

Review and tasting notes

Finished in sherry casks for added richness alongside the smoke.

Key facts

• Category: Scotch (Single Malt)
• Distillery: Bowmore
• Region: Islay, Scotland
• ABV / Proof: 43% · 86 proof
• Age: 15 years, finished in Oloroso sherry casks
• Typical price: $60-75

Tasting profile

• Nose: Dark chocolate and cherries, nutty, caramel-y dates
• Palate: Earthy, peaty notes balanced by sour cherries and darker fruits and raisins
• Finish: Rich, sherried, lingering smoke and dried fruit
• Best for: Finished in sherry casks for added richness alongside the peat