Bowmore 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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Discerning Drinkers (4 ratings)

alc./vol: 40%

Proof: 80°

Vintage: Non-vintage

Aged: 12 years

Product of: Product of United Kingdom United Kingdom

This 12 year old is the entry level malt from Bowmore but is a big malt for its tender years and price.

Review and Tasting


Sampled on 31/12/2013

Appearance:

Clear, mid-deep golden amber.

Aroma:

Peat smoked honey, sea air and hay bales with linseed oiled leather, ash, eucalyptus and pear.

Taste:

Surprisingly honeyed palate that's dominated by peat smoke, dry oak, salt and seaweed with lemon zest, ripe pear and vanilla.

Aftertaste:

Huge, long peat smoked finish with lingering salt, grassiness and ash.

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Product Information

Barcode UPC: 5010496081013
Bottle Size: 700 ml
Closure: Natural cork stopper

More about Bowmore 12 Year Old

Produced by: Bowmore Distillery
Owned by: Morrison Bowmore Distillers Limited
UK distribution by: Edrington-Beam Suntory
UK trade PR by: LDR London

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