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Bowmore 18-year-old

Overall rating
84.72/100
votes
869
Whiskybase ID
WB199
Category
Single Malt
Distillery
Bottler
Distillery Bottling
Stated Age
18 years old
Strength
43.0 % Vol.
Size
700 ml
Barcode
5010496001400
Added on
03 aug 2007 9:11 pm
ColoredChillfiltered
Bowmore 18-year-old
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Bowmore 18-year-old
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Bowmore 18-year-old
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Bowmore 18-year-old
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€ 127.40

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Whisky Reviews for Bowmore 18-year-old

132 users have left a review for this whisky and scored it an average of 84.72 points

  1. dRambo scored this whisky 86 points Connoisseur

    Nose: burnt rubber - but only if you go too close to it or you do not treat it to your 10 minutes in the glass before it disappears. If he gets this time, he shows tender, ripe, delicious smoke with a hint of ham and raspberries, blackcurrants and vanilla. Complex multi-layered wood tones enrich the nose in a way that I no longer want to take my nose away, in between I find cloves, allspice and strong nutmeg and cinnamon. Acid from the wood keeps the balance with honey sweetness.
    Taste: surprisingly soft, delicate, supple, palate flattering, at first it almost seems too "thin", although it is rather syrupy, sweet, fresh red fruit, spicy with each little sip, oak, sawdust, it becomes stronger and stronger Departing longer and longer after the third sip I'm sure that the 43% rich, very elegant, independent
    Conclusion: I like the elegance, fruits, spices, great oak flavors all there - great malt, available, affordable - probably. not for every day - I can imagine that polarized but I think it's delicious
    • Nose
      88 88
    • Taste
      85 85
    • Finish
      87 87

  2. MrDvorak scored this whisky 86 points Expert Senior

    RATING: 86pts – |83 – 86 (B) → Good| — Not a “must”, but a nice-to-have.
    • Nose
      87 87
      The nose has a very nicely balanced profile with notes of smoked red apple peel with foliage and strong black tea.
    • Taste
      86 86
      The taste is pretty bowmore-ish and voluminous with hints of smoked citrus fruits, chocolate and black tea.
    • Finish
      86 86
      The finish is medium to long with nice smokiness followed by hints of spicy oak and black bitter chocolate.

  3. hs305 scored this whisky 83 points Connoisseur

    [December, 2013]  I found this dram in a commercial advents calendar. 

    In my old rating system (ten scales that translate into WB points: 50 - 66 - 75 - 80 - 82,5 - 85 - 87,5 - 90 - 92,5 - 95) I scored it 82,5.  I took no detailed notes and never bought a commercial advents calender again.

  4. Lorion scored this whisky 74 points Expert Senior

    The nose knows how to please, on the palate the whisky is a bit too bitter and thin for me. 74 points.
    • Nose
      Sweet, aromatic smoke. The smoke smells ripe and mild. Orange chocolate. Old pipe cleaner.
    • Taste
      Significantly less sweet. Earthy and dry, slightly burnt wood, thin honey. Some soot. A noticeable bitterness that dominates the taste.
    • Finish
      Quite long. Bitter orange peel. Rather dry.

  5. wbarchive_875995 did not rate this whisky Expert Junior

    Smoky baked red apples with autumn foliage, black tea, black bread and chocolate.

    RATING: 86pts - [n22,t22,f21,b21] → |86-89: Remarkable|

  6. keizerjos scored this whisky 75 points Expert Senior

    Smells a bit sour, the peat is clear. No air to get lyrical about. First taste also somewhat sour, is that me? Pepper. The aftertaste is sour and woody - both in taste and in appearance. Some sweet tobacco comes through, farther. That is really nice. The bitterness in the finals destroys all pleasure. No.

  7. Tobias B scored this whisky 85 points Member Senior

    I would like that one as cask strength! He's just to conservative with 43% vol
    • Nose
      sweet smoke with lime, restrained oak and a touch of vanilla
    • Taste
      bowmore typical smoke, a bit of fresh fruits and well balanced oak spiciness
    • Finish
      medium for the smoke, the oak remains longer

  8. didi1893 scored this whisky 85 points Connoisseur

    Clearly Islay. The pinch of sea and salt are unmistakable. The pleasant smoke of the nose becomes more intense and "extreme" in the taste and finish. The fruitiness of the nose is unfortunately not so intense in the taste. The smoke and the ash in the finish are almost too intense and dominant for me personally.
    • Nose
      Immediately raises fruity sweetness from the glass. A subtle smoky note mixes with the fruit. A pinch of salt and sea air comes to the fore. The fine smoke dominates over the fruit, but dark fruits (somehow citrus fruits) are still very noticeable. A light hint of vanilla is also present.
    • Taste
      Salty smoke and fine wood are the first impression. A pinch of sea air fights against the ever-increasing smoke. The fruit is displaced by bitter wood. Slightly sharp, a tart but spicy aroma flows through the mouth.
    • Finish
      The smoky finish exudes a bitter, bitter woody aroma. The salt is becoming more intense and a pleasant sharpness arises. Seasoning mixes with a hint of fruit, which is getting sweeter. The smoke turns to ash at the end of the outflow.

  9. joeynoreen scored this whisky 84 points Expert Junior

    • Nose
      85 85
    • Taste
      84 84
    • Finish
      84 84

  10. EricLeeee scored this whisky 85 points Expert Junior

    Nose
    An attractive deep brown-amber colour with a definite caramel tint; it starts with a tart ripe fruit and rich black tea sensation, accompanied by some ripe apple, chocolate, and sea salt, then a hint of tobacco and a hint of phenolic notes.

    Palate
    A rare chill-filter process on Islay results in an extremely smooth and sweet feel, with salty sea salt smoke, damp earth and some oak, followed by the warmth of spices, some light dried sour fruit and hints of citrus and honey.

    Finish
    Med-long; dry and slightly bitter, the mouth is still dominated by smoke and oak woodiness, with some soft and long dried fruit flavours, before slowly sweetening again.

  11. YoungCee scored this whisky 86 points Member Junior

    • Nose
      89 89
    • Taste
      86 86
    • Finish
      84 84

  12. aboutWhisky scored this whisky 87 points Expert Junior

    A wonderfully complex malt! You could smell him for hours. The light Bowmore smoke harmonizes perfectly with the intense sherry and makes it something really special.

    https://www.aboutwhisky.de/tastingnotes/bowmore-18-years/
    • Nose
      Heavy and very complex. A slightly cooling phenolic smoke is immediately noticeable. Then comes caramel, and a heavy sherry aroma. This brings a subtle sweetness, as well as ripe berries and dried fruits such as raisins. The individual impressions are difficult to separate from one another. The fruit intensifies over time as the smoke recedes a bit. The aroma also becomes a bit spicier over time and reminds me of dark chocolate. The initially noticeable slight sweetness has almost completely disappeared after the first taste and the dry character of the Oloroso becomes stronger together with the oak spice.
    • Taste
      Intense with a light but not too dominant smoke. Then a slight sweetness spreads in the mouth and the fruits can be perceived again. I also taste a hint of dark chocolate and cocoa.
    • Finish
      The finish is long with lingering smoke. The dryness of the Oloroso and the slight sweetness balance each other out at first. Towards the end, the drought prevails. The spiciness of the barrels and the cocoa also become more intense towards the end.

  13. Obynapewno scored this whisky 86 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      87 87
      Sweet smoke, chocolate, lime, very affordable, inviting
    • Taste
      86 86
      Sweet, fresh, fruity, mint, nuts
    • Finish
      86 86
      Medium, delicate, the smoke lasts a long time

  14. HKWhiskyExplorer scored this whisky 82 points Expert Senior

    S 7
    A deep, balanced, smoky & fruity one.

    N 25
    A touch of oil on top of all, yet a pleasant one
    Deep, moderate smoke
    Sandalwood fragrance
    Some burnt brown sugar
    Vanilla at the back
    Maltier as time goes by

    P 26
    Chewy smoked fruit
    Peppery spice underlying, slowly transiting to soft, winter spice (nutmeg, clove, cinnamon)
    Oakwood underpin from beginning to end

    F 24
    Mid finish
    Oaky
    Some orange peel
    Smoked ham flavour lingering
    Some McVitie's digestive biscuit notes towards the end

  15. herdertje scored this whisky 86 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      86 86
    • Taste
      86 86
    • Finish
      85 85

  16. kramimatsimoto scored this whisky 83 points Member Senior

    N - hardly poured into the glass, a torrent of assam tea flies towards you. Peat is in, but rather mild and flattering. Some baked apple flavors and chocolate.

    M - Some alcohol. Start quite restrained, as well as the smoke. sweet, beautiful chocolate flavors with baking spices and tea again. He also stays in the exit, but gets some coffee to hand. Great, but nothing that has to be in the closet.

  17. kramimatsimoto scored this whisky 83 points Member Senior

    Good whisky with a fair PLV. A little more alcohol would be great, but okay, can't change that.

    N - smoke not so dominant, rather restrained in the nose. Nice chocolate flavors with spices. Not particularly versatile, but to the point.

    M - Delicate start, the little alcohol is mild and very well integrated. The chocolate returns and joins the finish towards the coffee. Few fruit aromas, more spices encased in the biscuit dough.

  18. Thatch scored this whisky 82 points Member Senior

    Not my first choice, but perfect if you feel like it
    • Nose
      81 81
      subtle smoke, dried fruit and salty notes / toffee. After the first sip, the sweetness is more noticeable.
    • Taste
      83 83
      dry, intense smoke accompanied by bitter notes (chocolate, coffee) and a pleasant spiciness. Overall a very pleasant, oily, smooth whisky.
    • Finish
      82 82
      long-lasting smoke and bitter notes

  19. WhiskeyfanRoy scored this whisky 89 points Expert Junior

    Wow, this bottle is great!
    The batch is L152379 (50ml bottle)

    It's really a good bottle of whisky, much more complicated than 15 years, and even better than Lagavulin 16yo, it is recommended to buy!
    The total taste is 89 points, and the price does not affect the score.
    • Nose
      90 90
      In the glass, it exudes a soft tropical fruit aroma (overripe, very sweet), and a strong sherry flavor, dark chocolate, caramel, solid wood aroma, smoke, and a hint of sea salt smell.
    • Taste
      91 91
      Similar to the aroma smelled by the nose, the mouth first felt the fruity aroma of sherry, then the bitter-sweet chocolate, and finally the smoke officially became the protagonist on the stage. It's a pity that the irritation of alcohol is a bit high, not as supple as it should be in 18 years, but so many aromas are enough to make up for this small shortcoming, no problem!
    • Finish
      87 87
      Long smoky, caramel, dark chocolate

  20. Matthias80 scored this whisky 87 points Expert Senior

    I think the Bowmore is one of the nicest in this price range. Complex and balanced, yet strong enough without becoming spicy.
    The first bottle is almost empty, it won't be the last ...
    • Nose
      Smoke, ham, then fresh citrus fruits, also a little zest, aromas from the sherry barrel are added, I notice raisins there. At the end I notice some heather.
    • Taste
      The aromas from the sherry barrel are a little more present and varied than when you sniff. I perceive dates, raisins and dark churches. The Racuh is also there, of course, but in a rather subtle measure. There is also dark chocolate and a little caramel.
    • Finish
      The finish is consistent with the previous impressions, sherry aromas and chocolate as well as light oak aromas are added, at the very end it becomes dry again.

  21. etwa77 scored this whisky 86 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      86 86
      old leather.. ashtray.. dust.. red fruits and apple peel.. comes and goes like waves (not continuous, as in layers)… sweet smoke.. slight rancid note in the end.. nice, but underwhelming
    • Taste
      87 87
      salty and plenty of smoke.. the Bowmore signature is written in violet letters all over this dram.. little spice and fruits, but only just.. some sherry sweetness.. good drinking strength, not thin, quite full and aromatic
    • Finish
      85 85
      mostly spicy.. more sweet than in the beginning, the salt is just a memory.. so is smoke.. short lived

  22. Don Cassi scored this whisky 85 points Expert Senior

    Medium smoky on the nose with aromas of honey and bacon, slightly fruity in the background with hints of vanilla.

    Fruity and sweet in the mouth with slightly bitter notes.

    In the finish, first cold ash (association with ashtray) then dark chocolate and notes typical of sherry. As the smoke decreases, there is an association with salt.

    Note 1-

  23. JoachimV scored this whisky 85 points Expert Junior

    • Nose
      86 86
      Sherry is more pronounced than the peat smoke in the nose.

      Sherry influences, sea breeze, berries, raspberry, mild sweet peat smoke
    • Taste
      85 85
      Sweet, red berries, slightly spicy, slightly bitter orange, then immediately the peat smoke.
    • Finish
      83 83
      Medium length, slightly ash, orange and berries.

  24. Jolemann scored this whisky 86 points Expert Junior

    • Nose
      87 87
      Fine, sweet peat smoke, berries, heavy, oak, you can tell the age
    • Taste
      86 86
      Dark berries and fruits, light smoke, strong
    • Finish
      84 84
      long, strong, berries and smoke, a bit bitter

  25. Nestheth scored this whisky 83 points Member Senior

    Tastes like what you would expect from eating some soft fruit candy. Reminds you, that you are drinking whisky, with a mild burn. Shallow frame.
    • Nose
      82 82
      Fresh, if not raw, fruits; smoke; rubber.
    • Taste
      84 84
      Fruit; some fruit-essenced candy, I feel being a bit off of regular winegums. Burns mildly with spice. Oak and salt in the background. Shallow frame.
    • Finish
      83 83
      Dry, burning.

  26. riegerjonas scored this whisky 87 points Expert Senior

    2020-04-03: harmonic version of the 12
    Smell: wood overlays the citrus notes of the 12, pleasant smoke
    Taste: very balanced, pleasant smoke present, dark chocolate, light wood aromas
    • Nose
      86 86
    • Taste
      87 87
    • Finish
      87 87

  27. LDB scored this whisky 88 points Connoisseur

    (Blind tasting 2018)
    I say at least 16-18 years, ~ 43%, Islay, possibly the infamous 18 year old Lagavulin DE? The perfect balance of smoke and sweetness would speak for it. Definitely very tasty!
    • Nose
      88 88
      Smoke, but fine and tightly interwoven, paired with honey, raisins and old oranges.
    • Taste
      87 87
      Very smooth and oily, such a sweet spice wave, reminds me a bit of Bowmore Darkest, but more harmonious.
    • Finish
      88 88
      Very long, with a nice fat smoked rind, leather and a little bit of fruit.

  28. Holzwurm scored this whisky 87 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      87 87
    • Taste
      87 87
    • Finish
      86 86

  29. Mapl scored this whisky 86 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      87 87
    • Taste
      85 85
    • Finish
      85 85

  30. SteveGo scored this whisky 89 points Member Senior

    • Nose
      91 91
    • Taste
      87 87
    • Finish
      88 88

  31. Whiskonaut scored this whisky 89 points Member Junior

    Wonderful smell and taste. Very light smoke. Sweet. Almost a syrup. You don't notice the 43%. I don't like to swallow it. For me a perfect, pleasant, ultra smooth whisky. After the first sip, it smells even more pleasant, the smoke now gets through more. Old ham. Not fresh like Talisker. Old leather. Complex and balanced. The finish is so soft. I love this whisky!

  32. DulischM scored this whisky 95 points Expert Senior

    A really very dark and berry whisky with a subtle and pleasant smoke in the background. One of my favourites.
    • Nose
      At the beginning the whisky is complex, dark and creamy. Then all kinds of berries spread out (blackberries, blueberries and red grapes). Afterwards a lot of syrup and some forest honey on the nose, the whole thing is somewhat reminiscent of forest berry jam. The whisky is dark and fruity from the Oloroso wine barrels. In between I always catch some smoke, like when something is being smoked over the embers.
    • Taste
      The dark fruits and berries then explode in the mouth. I recognize currant, blackberry and blueberry; altogether a full berry cake. Then comes the sweetness of the syrup and it tastes a little like dark berry candy. Finally, some oak on tap and a subtle smoke aroma.
    • Finish
      Something smoked remains on the palate and blueberries fill the mouth.

  33. HokkaidoUni scored this whisky 82 points Expert Junior

    Nose: raisins and dry oak. burnt raisins over time with water after the oak

    Palate: licorice, mint, peat, cherry concentrate, blood orange?

  34. ezioaudit scored this whisky 84 points Connoisseur

  35. Lu Cifer scored this whisky 86 points Connoisseur

    Aroma:
    well integrated and dominant smoke (campfire),
    sweet, sherry, ripe fruit, a bit of caramel, mild not sparkling

    Taste:
    full, oily, complex, sweet, sherry, slightly spicy and smoky

    Departure:
    soft with a light smoke, but also spicy round and long, pleasant.
    • Nose
      86 86
    • Taste
      86 86
    • Finish
      85 85

  36. liquid_spirit scored this whisky 86 points Expert Senior

    as a "gentle smoker" I find him really good and better than the highly praised 15y Darkest. Maybe "behind the scenes" a bit thin but that may also be because you are "messed up" more and more by the enjoyment of strong-barreled whiskys.
    Almost always for 60 €. Brilliant!
    • Nose
      85 85
    • Taste
      87 87
    • Finish
      85 85

  37. liquid_spirit scored this whisky 86 points Expert Senior

    as a "gentle smoker" I find him really good and better than the highly praised 15y Darkest. Maybe "behind the scenes" a bit thin but that may also be because you are "messed up" more and more by the enjoyment of strong-barreled whiskys.
    Almost always for 60 €. Brilliant!
    • Nose
      85 85
    • Taste
      87 87
    • Finish
      85 85

  38. Stanzeflasche scored this whisky 88 points Expert Senior

    A nose of coarse salt, the tide is there, iodine and fish, spray, a few rocks. But it's quite smooth and well balanced. The sherry is light, plums, apricots. A wisp of smoke. White fruits, raisins. A vinous, earthy side. Floral essences, white rose, primrose. On the palate, salt, peat, iodine, light fruits, Mirabelle plums. The finish is pleasant, with oysters and other seafood. Dried banana, sweet olive, almond oil.

    https://ilikesky2020.blogspot.com/2020/06/bowmore-18-yo.html
    • Nose
      89 89
    • Taste
      86 86
    • Finish
      88 88

  39. Ivynor scored this whisky 86 points Expert Senior

    Test version of 2019. A fairly fine version but too diluted.
    • Nose
      85 85
      Nose end, iodized, a little on the baked cake, but a side a little soapy. Less floral than the 15 years old.
    • Taste
      87 87
      Mouth quite thick, oily, on salmon, peat, iodine and quite a lot of ashes.
    • Finish
      86 86
      Final a little short, vegetable, ashen and unfortunately a bit too bitter. Traces of sherry. a little spice and floral notes.

  40. face scored this whisky 82 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      91 91
    • Taste
      83 83
    • Finish
      72 72

  41. coldsun scored this whisky 81 points Expert Senior

    Prunes, old shoes gum, paint, creosote, acetone, peat, marine, dried fruits, coffee, soap, oloroso sherry, nuts, malt

  42. Marvin B. scored this whisky 90 points Member Senior

    • Nose
      89 89
    • Taste
      91 91
    • Finish
      89 89

  43. schengel10 scored this whisky 88 points Connoisseur

    The Gentleman from Bowmore - a very, very good malt with a lot of Oloroso-Sherry influence at a reasonable price!
    • Nose
      intense sweet sherry, raisins, seasoning, tobacco, oak, gentle smoke;
    • Taste
      soft start, fruity oranges, sherry, leather, spicy, salt, little smoke, dark chocolate; ripe, old, oily pleasant;
    • Finish
      long, gentle, fruity finish; oak aftertaste;

  45. Tom na Gruagaich scored this whisky 80 points Connoisseur

    no fuss, but a beautiful mature Bowmore. However, I find Laimrig and Darkest more interesting, including the 100 proof. But still a delicious whisky.
    • Nose
      a bit shy, Bowmore typical something dusty, but a beautiful profound sweetness combined with medium peat. Subtle sherry, candied citrus fruits dominate the aroma.
    • Taste
      nice ashy peat smoke, wood, flowery (no violets), a little bit harsh.
    • Finish
      maritime, slightly flowery, peat, oak, accompanied by a beautiful, long-lasting sweetness.

  46. kimmosuo scored this whisky 81 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      79 79
    • Taste
      82 82
    • Finish
      82 82

  47. GJR scored this whisky 85 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      86 86
    • Taste
      85 85
    • Finish
      85 85

  48. whiskyd scored this whisky 84 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      88 88
    • Taste
      85 85
    • Finish
      78 78

  49. Sporx scored this whisky 86 points Connoisseur

    Aroma
    little smoke, light sherry, mineral note, blueberries, light maritime

    taste
    Smoky, sweetish, peat, somewhat spicy, dirty

    finish
    Medium length, but unfortunately a bit too short, smoky, spicy, ginger spiciness, sweetish

    Upgraded from 83 to 86 on 11/20/20
    I find 15 darkest a bit rounder

  50. JimmyLeg did not rate this whisky Member Senior

    Ralfy's Review

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=3&v=opLJ7VYy3vY

  51. ricallende scored this whisky 83 points Expert Senior

    This whisky is ok, but I hope for a bigger base for the gentle peat and some more subtlety than I find here, especially after 18 years in a cask.
    • Nose
      Vanilla, oak, ash, caramel, a bit of pine,orange and lemon.
    • Taste
      Smoke seems to come in at first, edging out the slightly sour and salty whisky – with the oak taking its place more firmly with some spices towards the finish.
    • Finish
      vanilla, oak, dried apricot, black pepper, and caramel. The smoke, with a slightly salty edge, remains for some time. The mouth dries out slightly after some time.

  52. ricallende scored this whisky 83 points Expert Senior

    This whisky is ok, but I hope for a bigger base for the gentle peat and some more subtlety than I find here, especially after 18 years in a cask.
    • Nose
      80 80
    • Taste
      80 80
    • Finish
      81 81

  53. detachedblue scored this whisky 86 points Connoisseur

    A rather classic example of Bowmore, the quality is high.
    • Nose
      Bowmore smoke with intense caramel, leather and soft peat. A mixture of sherry and bourbon casks. Kind of fruity, cans of pineapple. Salty and coastal.
    • Taste
      Initially very sweet and fruity, then some leather and fresh herbs, sea salts and oysters. Bitter orange and leather come afterwards. Overall is very mellow and smooth. 
    • Finish
      Medium, slight bitter with caramel, liquorice.

  54. ColorOutOfSpace scored this whisky 86 points Expert Senior

    could be one of the great standards if it would be 46% and no chill filtration. as it is, it loses much on impact of taste and texture altough you can feel how oily it once was. seems kinda cold, a little bit watery, frozen or muted due to the low abv and the filtering. however finish and nose are still a pleasure and my enjoyment is groing steadily. i dont regret the buy @70€, but above 80€ i would, just because of the rather weak midpart.

    ***edit: after two thirds of the bottle is gone im finally in love. in fact i had to order another bottle for the apocaplypse ( ; )and one of the 17yo because the 18yo went down that fast. the whisky has lost a lot of its plastiqe like style now due to the oxidation. another thing is, that it dont only needs desperatley time in the glass (its a beautiful nose then) but also in the mouth. after 15+ seconds on tongue , the first slightly bitter and rather uninteresting somehow soapy oak taste develops into multifaced spicy and sweet notes with a touch of menthol and herbs like sage. it also becomes very oily, although still watery. im even fine with no chill-filtration now. ;-)
    nice whisky with a good price point (below 70€)considering this an smoky islay whisky of 18 years.
    • Nose
      88 88
    • Taste
      85 85
    • Finish
      87 87

  55. Titan2015 scored this whisky 84 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      82 82
    • Taste
      85 85
    • Finish
      87 87

  56. Simo scored this whisky 85 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      86 86
    • Taste
      83 83
    • Finish
      86 86

  57. Marko_I did not rate this whisky Connoisseur

    From the 18er I had 2010 (still another design, WID: 51916) two bottles and found the delicious, great, wonderful - very noble, elegant, harmonious. I'm not sure if it's because of my transfigured memory or whisky, but I'd say the current one has subsided. The direction is right, you recognize him again, but he does not come, he is not so noble, perfect, seems a bit "sloppy", a trifle, the fruitiness is a bit weaker, the fine cocoa is something in the direction of drinking cocoa ... clear That's a good whisky, but Bowmore was better at that. If it were as before, I would spend the current € 75, but the current form is not enough.
    • Nose
      gentle, dry smoke, dark chocolate, tart fruity, blackcurrant, blackberry, slightly acid, old wood, black pepper ... later a hint of maggi ... needs time to breathe
    • Taste
      intense dark chocolate, a gentle combination of dry smoke and black pepper, red berry fruit jam (but not very clear, more of a shadow ;-), wood pencil, sawdust
    • Finish
      medium long, warm, dry, mild black pepper and cocoa

  58. Vladimir Ziryanov scored this whisky 86 points Connoisseur

    Not bad Bomo - expected that it would be worse, but hoped for the best. Total - in places it is very similar to the old perfumer Bomo (I mean the old 17-shku), and in the fragrance and taste, at least I'm very interested in this perfume, plus dried fruit, a bit creamy, the only big flaw is so weak and short finish , but in principle it is quite delicate in the good sense of the word. In general 86-87

  59. Wiz scored this whisky 73 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      78 78
    • Taste
      73 73
    • Finish
      72 72

  60. spigray scored this whisky 86 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      89 89
    • Taste
      86 86
    • Finish
      83 83

  61. spigray scored this whisky 86 points Connoisseur

    hmm...it´s got a pretty nice nose, the palate is not bad but a bit disappointing after the nose and the finish is the weakest part.
    86/100
    • Nose
      tasted immediately after tempest batch 2!
      this is a bit rounder because there is some sherry influence to it. but fortunately it´s not an overpowering sherry and it remains rather "civilized" or call it elegant if you like. infact it´s less sherried than I remembered it. so good news for the project of emptying the bottle!
      smoky, slightly floral, some tropical fruits (mostly maracuja), a little vanilla, a little oak, a little tobacco.
    • Taste
      the sherry seems a bit louder on the palate but it´s still not too much. the oak is also louder and there is a trace of a dull sweetness in the middle of the tongue that really distracts your senses.
      but it´s also earthy and leathery, smoky of course and the tropical fruits are there but very subdued.
    • Finish
      medium and a little harmless

  62. Calmar scored this whisky 87 points Connoisseur

    A good representative of the middle-aged Ayla, quite deep and saturated for a commercial fortress, is well balanced. Of the minuses - poor taste and the absence of a certain zest, too much everything is standard.
    • Nose
      Open, smoke, charred wood, sea notes, raw peat, in the background lemon tones, malt; wet metal, raw potatoes, cardboard, smoked bream, smoked pork skin.
    • Taste
      Smoky-peat on a sweet substrate, burnt crackers, charcoal, syrup, bitter chocolate, spicy oak.
    • Finish
      Pepper-lemon on a smoky, smoked background with a fruit sour, full, long, then oak notes, cardamom, cinnamon.

  63. Koalafant scored this whisky 87 points Expert Senior

    SID #52

    2014-08-27 => 85/100

    2016-08-19 => 89/100

    2018-06-16 => 86/100

  64. Wolv scored this whisky 88 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      88 88
    • Taste
      89 89
    • Finish
      88 88

  65. Ana Chronist scored this whisky 88 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      89 89
    • Taste
      87 87
    • Finish
      88 88

  66. Cubey666 scored this whisky 85 points Connoisseur

    * Tasted it in June 2013 at a masterclass by Gordon Dundas ( Brand Ambassadeur of Bowmore, Auchentoshan and Glen Garioch) found some old notes.
    • Nose
      88 88
    • Taste
      83 83
    • Finish
      85 85

  67. Fight65 scored this whisky 84 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      85 85
    • Taste
      84 84
    • Finish
      84 84

  68. HunterRomario scored this whisky 87 points Expert Senior

    I tasted a sample from Nethar (thanks!). I directly compared it with Laphroaige The 1815 Legacy Edition and it was a perfectly balanced duel. Both are good whiskys.
    • Nose
      Slightly sweet peat. Relatively fresh scent, it is a moment to me that appeals to such a flattened impression (but only in the smell, the taste no longer). Honey, the sweetness of fruit nectar, chocolate. Malt mature, with fine smoke and salty. (87 b)
    • Taste
      Much oily on the tongue, smooth. Peat, creamy smoothness, caramel, light fruity sweetness, wood, chocolate. In the flavor of tar, smoke, ash clay. Overall, it works in a smooth, sophisticated way. But that does not mean it is faint or faint. (87 b)

  69. Whiskywobbler scored this whisky 85 points Expert Senior

    Great dram. Got a bit of everything. Nothing is standing out, all is orderly and civilized. An Islay gentleman’s dram.
    • Nose
      85 85
    • Taste
      86 86
    • Finish
      85 85

  70. Oloroso-Butt did not rate this whisky Expert Senior

    • Nose
      82 82
    • Taste
      85 85
    • Finish
      80 80

  71. MadScientist scored this whisky 89 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      90 90
    • Taste
      89 89
    • Finish
      90 90

  72. Rick78 did not rate this whisky Expert Senior

    • Nose
      85 85
    • Taste
      84 84
    • Finish
      85 85

  73. wisekyofcourse scored this whisky 83 points Connoisseur

    On the nose, a dusty, moldy side, with ripe fruits and dry peat.
    In the mouth, spice, feeling of candied prunes, chocolate with peat present.
    In the final, it is quite long, but it remains on a dry peat, it lacks freshness and subtlety.

  74. Andytka3 scored this whisky 85 points Connoisseur

    N- Petrol, blue cheese, orange peel, tangy. Wild flower and dusting powder, unique loving it.

    P- Glucose, syrupy sweet. Rich fruit cake, lemon and whiff of earthy smokes.

    F- Smooth, medium. Raisin and vanilla with oily nuts at the back.


    — at The Whisky Bar, Kuala Lumpur.
    • Nose
      88 88
    • Taste
      88 88
    • Finish
      87 87

  75. vb_bembel scored this whisky 84 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      85 85
    • Taste
      86 86
    • Finish
      84 84

  76. Daan Tje scored this whisky 90 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      90 90
    • Taste
      90 90
    • Finish
      90 90

  77. Mascht scored this whisky 86 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      fresh fruits, smoke, greasy, apples, iodine
    • Taste
      thick, smoke, ashes
    • Finish
      Long

  78. robain scored this whisky 82 points Specialist

    • Nose
      rubber and peat
    • Taste
      just.. rubber. i dont know?
    • Finish
      peaty

  79. robain scored this whisky 82 points Specialist

    n - rubber, peat, 

    t - rubber, 

    f - peaty

    finish is definitely better than the taste itself.
    • Nose
      82 82
    • Taste
      78 78
    • Finish
      86 86

  80. OnkelBiff scored this whisky 88 points Member Senior

    • Nose
      90 90
    • Taste
      89 89
    • Finish
      88 88

  81. whiskybros scored this whisky 87 points Expert Junior

    You can find our review here http://www.whiskybros.com/single-post/2016/05/14/Bowmore-18yo
    • Nose
      87 87
    • Taste
      89 89
    • Finish
      86 86

  82. malthead-sven scored this whisky 87 points Expert Senior

    A very elegant Bowmore. The inherently subtle Bowmore smoke recedes and strong woody aromas dominate. With 46% he would certainly be full in the mouth and on the finish.
    • Nose
      Wild honey, roasted almonds, slightly charred wood, raspberries, oranges, very delicate smoke, which is becoming more and more in the background, dried fruit, plums, men's chocolate and smoked ham, wild garlic and the typical hint of lavender at the very end
    • Taste
      quite soft and woody on the tongue, smoke is stronger, then it becomes slightly sweet and orange, looks quite elegant
    • Finish
      cocoa and dried plums are followed by an initially restrained and shallow smoky note, becoming more woody and slightly salty-maritime, short to medium long

  83. d1scostu scored this whisky 86 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      88 88
    • Taste
      85 85
    • Finish
      88 88

  84. pianoman scored this whisky 74 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      Restrained. Citrus fruits, leather, subtle medical smoke.
    • Taste
      Malt, mocha. In the aftertaste some chewing gum and soap.

  85. jankes scored this whisky 85 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      86 86
    • Taste
      85 85
    • Finish
      85 85

  86. Hobbit did not rate this whisky Expert Senior

    Overall, a delicious Islay Malt. But not to be seen as an increase to the 15er. It clearly lags behind in terms of complexity and intensity. Still very balanced. It reminds me more of an aged 12 with a little more sherry. Nevertheless, I always feel like a Bowmore after a nice barbecue on the beach - lovely
    • Nose
      Sherry sweetness, honey and bright fruits come first, then afterwards typical Bowmorer smoke but much weaker than in the 12s or 15s, the campfire is only to be seen far away, oranges, light ocean air, sweeter and more restrained than the darkest, less complex and milder, leather , Salt, some caramel, tobacco, behind the smoke come ruminal fruits after some time, vanilla becomes clearer after the first sip
    • Taste
      Salt, smoke, good spice, no alcohol, dark fruits, leather sea breeze, tart herbs, a bit soapy
    • Finish
      Smoke, old moldy wood, salt and pepper, deep dark fruits, again long-lasting herbs, oak, medium-long, ash remains

  87. Sapiano scored this whisky 83 points Expert Senior

    Bowmore 18 43% WID: 199

    Nose: first ashes, some salt, tobacco, leather, old book, oil, in the background vanilla or caramel. Over time, the ashes disappear. Tobacco and leather remain. A few bitter herbs are coming.
    After the first sip he is sweeter in the nose. Maybe with prunes. A little vanilla. Chocolate. Later with cool freshness.

    Taste: clear sweetness. The ashes are back. Plums. Then he gets a little more acidic. Slight biting on the tongue. The sweetness is gaining the upper hand again and then making for some flowery place. Suddenly soap. The soap stays.

    Finish: Sweet again, but with a taste of soap. Then increasingly spicy, but not peppery. Not too bitter. The flowery soap is omnipresent. With tobacco and ashes the soap stays quite long.

    Conclusion: I am too soapy in taste and finish.

  88. Dalm did not rate this whisky Expert Senior

    Aroma: strong caramel, sweet dark fruits, light smoke, some vanilla and oak
    Taste: complex, smoke comes slowly and spreads, red berries, slightly maritime and oak
    Departure: long, smoke develops, sweet, fruity, dark chocolate, maritime and oak

  89. Mr.Edradour scored this whisky 84 points Connoisseur

    This is one of my favorit Islay whiskies.

  90. Mr.Edradour scored this whisky 84 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      85 85
    • Taste
      85 85
    • Finish
      82 82

  91. Licky scored this whisky 86 points Expert Junior

    • Nose
      87 87
    • Taste
      86 86
    • Finish
      86 86

  92. MaltyMillionaire scored this whisky 67 points Expert Senior

    How does Bowmore make money......???......
    • Nose
      Some residual rot, dull earthy peat, sugary-candy.
    • Taste
      Saccharine arrival with mild spice and watery peat. Thin and treacly overall.
    • Finish
      Nice bit of spice on the finish. Red fruits and watery sugar that dulls over time to reveal a vegetal note.

  93. NamorX68 scored this whisky 88 points Expert Junior

    a top malt and unmistakably a Bowmore. The smoke is present but not dominating, but beautifully integrated.
    • Nose
      full and heavy, medium-strong smoke, sweet and spicy at the same time. Light sherry, chocolate, citrus or tropical fruits.
    • Taste
      oily, creamy, great mouthfeel, sweet, beautiful smoke, again the tropical fruits and chocolate.
    • Finish
      medium long, fruity, sweet and again smoke, seasoning

  94. JohannesB scored this whisky 88 points Expert Senior

    Not unlike the "Darkest" but much more elegant, rounder, softer and fuller. A very elegant whisky without corners and edges.
    • Nose
      Very intricately and fully interwoven flavors present: raisins in milk chocolate, sour cherries, cream caramel and distinct sherry. Above all lies a flowery perfume note reminiscent of a lavender pillow. The light smokiness is perfectly integrated and compliments all other flavors without covering them.
    • Taste
      Wonderfully soft and oily on the tongue. Ripe cherries, creamy dark chocolate, cedar wood and some tobacco. The smoke is more noticeable here and, together with a maritime touch, forms the antipode to sherry.
    • Finish
      Tender smoke, cedar wood, some ashes form a rather austere overall impression. In addition definitely salty sea air. Gradually, marzipan with cooked fruits is added.

  95. DrinkingWhisky scored this whisky 87 points Expert Senior

    Tasted 13/01/2015. Alternative tasting notes 12/06/2013: Nose : some sweet, mellow, fruit, something smoky in the background. Taste: complex taste, fruit and chocolate, slightly smoky. Finish: Long warm finish. (87 points) Grade: 8.7
    • Nose
      Sweet and spicy, nicely balanced. Slightly salty and smoky in the background; also some hints of vanilla.
    • Taste
      Starts quietly, and then opens with spiciness. The whisky lacks a real body, but still has a complex taste, as time goes on growing dark fruit and chocolate.
    • Finish
      Long warm finish; sweet at the beginning followed by pepperiness and cedar.

  96. Goethe scored this whisky 81 points Connoisseur

    Starting of very promising in the nose it takes its way somewhere else and get's lost.

    Concerning price/performance ratio: 6/10
    • Nose
      Smoke, red fruits, dark chocolate, blackberries, menthol.
    • Taste
      Smoke, tabacco, dark chocolate, spirit.
    • Finish
      Short to Medium. Smoke, some leather and oak.

  97. ApricotOne scored this whisky 87 points Expert Senior

    Great malt, whose smoke is perfectly integrated. Overall, a very harmonious and round whisky.
    • Nose
      88 88
    • Taste
      88 88
    • Finish
      89 89

  98. Rom did not rate this whisky Expert Junior

    Sherry nose, raisins and dried fruits. Mouth dusty and powerful, fresh fruits (prunes), very light smoke. Bad q / p.

  99. Ciro scored this whisky 86 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      87 87
    • Taste
      86 86
    • Finish
      87 87

  100. The-Man-best-Friend scored this whisky 83 points Expert Senior

    Almost the same with DARKEST 15Yo, maybe a bit sweeter.
    • Nose
      84 84
    • Taste
      85 85
    • Finish
      84 84

  101. dirkmemphis scored this whisky 83 points Photo Moderator

    • Nose
      84 84
    • Taste
      83 83
    • Finish
      81 81

  102. Master Quill scored this whisky 83 points Expert Senior

    I scored a 2010 batch 82 points and a 2014 batch 84.

  103. Cicero did not rate this whisky Expert Senior

    This elegance is both a strength and weakness.
    If I want a lot of sherry, he has too little, if I smoke, he has too little of it .... is suitable, if you do not want extremes, but it still should not be too soft
    • Nose
      little smoke, red fruits, berries, maritime
    • Taste
      Smoke, slowly spreads throughout the mouth, sweet, red berries, cherries, coffee
    • Finish
      an elegant and slightly smoky whisky

  104. Paulski88 scored this whisky 69 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      80 80
    • Taste
      65 65
    • Finish
      50 50

  105. Helgo scored this whisky 86 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      86 86
    • Taste
      85 85
    • Finish
      87 87

  106. FineSpirits_butler1 scored this whisky 81 points Expert Senior

    I have to admit:

     Having tasted a 21 yo Bowmore from the 90s, nothing I tasted from Bowmore could ever come close ... If you go with the 12 yo or the 12 yo Enigma, you save some money for almost the same quality.
    • Nose
      Playmobil felt-tip pen (to color the tigers), salt, smoke, caraway bread, some red apple peel, spicy honey, moist wood, grapefruit peel, rose water, later maybe some violet oil, 'modern' Bowmore, maybe some hints of sulphur
    • Taste
      spicy, hints of grapefruit peel, apples, smoke, tart wood, sweetness from fruits
    • Finish
      medium long with 'Bowmore-smoke' which is getting sweeter with time, some plums and hints of chocolate, some raisins and little salty

  107. FineSpirits_butler1 scored this whisky 81 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      80 80
    • Taste
      80 80
    • Finish
      83 83

  108. Kantenmechaniker scored this whisky 88 points Connoisseur

    Line up nicely with the range of Bowmore's tried and tested standards.
    • Nose
      Full sherry load, light smoke, sweet citrus, a touch of toffee,
    • Taste
      The smoke also lingers in the background, starting fruity, becoming increasingly drier
    • Finish
      Pleasantly long, the fruit note is always meht towards grape skin, the smoke is becoming more and more

  109. zinaf scored this whisky 87 points Expert Senior

    It is a demanding dram. develops with time and requires full attention to pin down the components in the palate. Far from disappointing, I would have liked the palate to be a bit more revealing.
    SGP:745
    • Nose
      Sweet and fragrant, almost perfumed, on gentle flowers such as wild violets and fresh lavender. It is ever so gentle and pleasant. In the background I find gentle smoke and dash of brine. All this is reminiscent to smoked herring by the sea shore. I also find some light vanilla sweetness.
    • Taste
      Honeyed arrival, followed by exploding spiciness in the middle and towards the back - cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg.
      The body feels a bit thin, but at the same time has a creamy texture and clinging well to the palate.
      The whole feels very complex with all the aromas and flavours well integrated without one being predominating.
    • Finish
      long lingering, and perhaps the high point of this Bowmore. sweetness is followed by pepper onto nice cedar wood (like licking cigar humidor).

  110. webdiver scored this whisky 83 points Expert Junior

    • Nose
      82 82
    • Taste
      82 82
    • Finish
      83 83

  111. Moro scored this whisky 84 points Expert Junior

    • Nose
      84 84
    • Taste
      83 83
    • Finish
      85 85

  112. ASWhisky scored this whisky 80 points Connoisseur

    for a 18y he offers too little
    the 15y Bowmore passes him with ease
    does not make me nervous but okay
    • Nose
      Shoe sole glue, fruit and wood
    • Taste
      again the glue, peat, dark fruit, salt, chocolate and again the shoe sole glue,
    • Finish
      sorry it is again the shoe sole glue but also dark fruit, chocolate, smoke and again the s ...

  113. ricallende scored this whisky 83 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      83 83
    • Taste
      84 84
    • Finish
      84 84

  114. Hans-Ludwig scored this whisky 85 points Shoplink Moderator

    A slight reddish glow shines from the glass. The aromas are sweet, show distinct sea flavors and salt. In the background allusions of caramel. Above all, an astonishingly restrained peat smoke. In the mouth are sweet fruits, salt, seaweed and peat smoke. An extremely spicy combination. The finish is initially rather inconspicuous then come back with power and bring the peat aroma back.
    A very nice Islay whisky that does not kill the connoisseur with peat smoke but leaves plenty of room for the other flavors. A very pleasant contemporary.

  115. Aetius scored this whisky 85 points Expert Senior

    A slow and weird dram, but by no means unpleasant. Can't call it complex tjhough, just... strangely unbalanced. I didin't even know whisky could be this skewed.
    • Nose
      A fascinating blend of strong smoky and lemony notes, along with a slightly less strong salty sniff. Underneath it all, a mix of bonfire, medicinal sweetness, tar, toffee and vanilla.
    • Taste
      What taste? Nothing happens... Oh, wait... There we go. Almost. Initial taste is weak and slow, with only slight touches of apple, fruit, honey and lemons.
    • Finish
      The aftertaste is where it all comes together, though. After a while, the burned sugar comes, along with honey, smoke, tar and toasted apples.

  116. dw scored this whisky 70 points Expert Senior

    "classic" bowmore violet/perfumy notes.
    not totally undrinkable but still a shame!

  117. Angelos scored this whisky 87 points Expert Senior

    It is one of the whiskies I recommend for someone who wants to begin with peated ones. Because of the sweetness and fruits which makes the peat more "tolerable"!
    • Nose
      Campfire smoke with a quite sweet touch. The sherry is excellent integrated in the peat. You can also realize the sweet milk chocolate and the darker fruits of the sherry influence. Raisins, some plums. Maybe some notes of tobacco!
    • Taste
      In the beginning quite fruity, but getting more sweet. The peat level is not comparable with the nose. It has decreased. Again obvious dark fruits like the nose. The taste of the milk chocolate rises... Just delicious!
    • Finish
      Long in the aftertaste! Sweetness remains

  118. Angelos scored this whisky 87 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      88 88
    • Taste
      85 85
    • Finish
      87 87

  119. Otje scored this whisky 86 points Expert Junior

    Unusual Bowmore i have to say, but very nice, it kind of grows on you.

    Strangest aspect is its flowery taste which i never found in other whiskies sofar, quite lovely i have to say. For the rest this is a good example of a good peaty islay whisky.

  120. Alex scored this whisky 68 points Expert Senior

    The nose is quite OK, with peat smoke and dried citrus fruits. The palate is the challenge - artificial citrus sweetness and barley water switch soon to perfumy flower soap and artificial laundry softener which stay till the end. Unpleasant.

    One of the very few I cannot finish the glass.

  121. alectron scored this whisky 73 points Connoisseur

    Bowmore 18 from 2011 - L112180 123 14:31 - round/tube version
    Single dram note.
    • Nose
      dry wood, (coal) smoke, citronat, walnuts, (88)
      later a touch of parmamints coming through (85)
    • Taste
      a tad perfume-y with a hint of parmamints upfront, then quite some smoke, turning sweet (sweetener), fake lemon ester (79)
    • Finish
      more smoke, candyshop sweetness behind, somewhat nutty, turning quite dry/pelt-y  (82)

  122. Erik Elixir scored this whisky 83 points Connoisseur

    N: spicy - cinnamon, creamy (advocaat) peat, syrup and mint
    T: sweet honey, peat and a campfire
    F: spicy and ashes

  123. granella2003 scored this whisky 81 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      Creamy aromas reminiscent of a wet forest during autumn supplemented with notes of smoke, honey, juicy apples and fresh notes of citrus increasingly pronounced. There are aromas of vanilla, brown sugar and dark, dried fruit (raisins) in sight. Very complex but also very nicely balanced.
    • Taste
      A rich, complex and delicate taste with a clear influence of sherry casks and intense flavors of flowers with a note of citrus accompanied with chocolate flavors. Further notes of caramel, dried dark fruit and sweet soft peat can be identified with a hint of spice.
    • Finish
      Complex aftertaste of salty tones and hints of soft fruit and dark chocolate

  124. granella2003 scored this whisky 81 points Connoisseur

    The showpiece of Bowmore, a complex, mysterious and mostly tasty whisky. Matured 18 years of the flavors and aromas are developed to adulthood, the years of experience and craftsmanship of Bowmore have then near perfection.

  125. Alex scored this whisky 68 points Expert Senior

    Bowmore`s 18 Years Old is one of the finest malts in its range. Matured in oak casks for over 18 years, the classic Bowmore smokiness is perfectly balanced with soft fruits and chocolate. A wonderful dram. Bowmore has won more awards than any other single malt scotch whisky.

     

    http://www.shanghai9.net/whisky-whisky/bowmore-18-year-old-single-islay-malt-scotch-whisky.html 

  126. alectron scored this whisky 73 points Connoisseur

    Bottle from 2010/11.
    Nose:  peat, parma mints, meaty (77)
    Palate & Finish: parma mints, malty, boiled sweets, (72)

    Single dram note (Dramfest NZ 2012)

  127. QuarterCentury scored this whisky 87 points Connoisseur

    A popular expression in Bowmore`s ongoing range, this replaced the 17

    year-old, which was phased out a few years ago. Fresh, with notes of

    salty kippers and coalsmoke.

  128. LordBellamy scored this whisky 87 points Expert Senior

    I wonderful daily dram on a winters evening
    • Nose
      nice mix of peatsmoke, floral and sherrynotes, some fruits and some vanilla are also in here
    • Taste
      first a gentle sweet with some sherry fruits, than the smoke come in
    • Finish
      medium, the floral notes are stronger now (I usually do not like them, but they work in this dram), some sherry and salty notes and only a hint of oak influence

  129. Feusi scored this whisky 88 points Connoisseur

    Sherry with dark campfire, warm and round in the nose. A very pleasant spicy drop with a powerful and long finish, for me a top price / performance ratio.

  130. alectron scored this whisky 73 points Connoisseur

    Bottle from 2007 or 2008.
    Really disliking the perfume sweetness in here. Not my cup of tea...uhm, whisky. (69)

  131. CrilleVBG scored this whisky 88 points Expert Senior

    Either you like this whisky or you don’t. The floral perfume notes are to my liking..
    • Nose
      A lot of wood, oak. Then comes a fruity aroma.
    • Taste
      Its a smooth taste of oak, but then comes a flowery perfume taste. But I like it..
    • Finish
      Medium long. Earthy tones, and hints of peat.

  132. Roel scored this whisky 86 points Expert Senior

    I found this 18 yo to be better as expected (based on the 2007). The perfumed notes were present, but not to my dislike. This bottling would be great with a spicy Cajun crawfish étouffée. 86 points (because of the celery).
    • Nose
      Quite woody with vanilla, dark burned caramel and some older wood influences (cow stable, farmy, wet dog – nice doggy though!). Also peat of course, but rather of an earthy, leathery and smoky kind. Then aromatic flowery notes (must be the often despised fragrance of perfume and soap – but I did not find it very disturbing, its a nice twist this time) and pipe tobacco too.
    • Taste
      Rather sweet wood influences (liqueur) and again aromatic soapy notes. It gets balanced by peat, salty sea water and Crustaceans with cooked celery stripes.
    • Finish
      Long complex and circling around the sweet or peat theme.

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