Berry Bros. & Rudd Bowmore 1997 (Cask Ref. 89) Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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alc./vol: 53%

Proof: 106°

Vintage: Non-vintage

Aged: No age statement

Product of: Product of United Kingdom United Kingdom

A limited run of just 1,000 hand-numbered bottles of an Exceptional single malt to celebrate the opening of Berry Bros. & Rudd first dedicated Spirits Shop Shop at No. 1 St James' on 2nd April 2024.

Distilled in 1997, this Bowmore Single Malt Scotch Whisky was matured in Cask Ref. 89 and bottled at 26 years old.

Unchill-filtered and natural colour.

Review and Tasting


Sampled on 01/05/2024

Appearance:

Clear, golden amber.

Aroma:

Toasty malt, salty sea air, peaty and grassy with faint liquorice and aniseed toast.

Taste:

Full-bodied, salty, peaty, grassy and toasty malt with a touch of liquorice and anise. Mellowing oily mouthfeel.

Aftertaste:

More grassy and peaty malt with delicate aniseed and liquorice.

Overall:

A truly "Exceptional" malt with generous waves of flavour to chew on and savour.

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