Bowmore 15 yo Sherry Oak Cask, 43%

Introduction

Bowmore 15 Year Old Sherry Oak Cask is an excellent example of the perfect balance between Islay’s characteristic smoke and the rich sweetness from sherry casks. This official bottling from one of Scotland’s oldest distilleries represents a perfect fusion of tradition and refinement.

Production Method

• Ingredients: Scottish barley malt, purest spring water from the River Laggan that flows through Islay
• Distillation Process: Traditional pot still distillation in copper kettles that have been in use for generations at the Bowmore distillery
• Maturation: 15 years of maturation, first in American bourbon casks followed by a finishing period in exquisite Oloroso sherry casks
• Special Techniques: Bowmore uses their own malting floor and dries the malt with peat from Islay’s bogs, which contributes to the characteristic smoky profile

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich and complex with dark sherry tones, dried fruits, walnuts, honey, and an elegant smoke component
• Taste: Full-bodied and well-balanced with layers of dark chocolate, raisins, dried figs, honey sweetness, and subtle smoke that weaves through the sweet notes
• Finish: Long and warming with silky caramel, spices, and a lingering mild smoke that elegantly rounds off the experience

Recommended Serving

• Serving Temperature: 18-20°C to release all aroma nuances
• Glass Recommendation: Tulip-shaped whisky glass that concentrates the aromas
• Serving Ideas: Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to open up the complex aromas
• Food Pairings: Dark chocolate, rich desserts with dried fruits, mature cheeses such as Stilton or Roquefort, or smoked salmon

Product Specifications

• Alcohol Content: 43%
• Bottle Size: 70 cl
• Country/Region of Origin: Scotland, Islay
• Certifications/Awards: Has received numerous awards over the years, including gold at the International Wine & Spirit Competition and San Francisco World Spirits Competition

Summary

A Unique Taste Experience

Bowmore 15 Year Old Sherry Oak Cask offers a complexity of flavor that is the result of 15 years of patient maturation under the experienced eye of Bowmore’s master blenders.

Each bottle represents a piece of Bowmore’s limited premium production, crafted with exquisite raw materials and skills refined through more than two centuries.

Whisky experts and critics worldwide recognize this 15-year-old bottling as a benchmark for balance between sherry sweetness and Islay smoke.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Connoisseurs and aficionados have consistently ranked Bowmore 15 among the most well-balanced sherry cask whiskies from Islay over the years.

Most who have first experienced the rich complexity of this bottling often return to it again and again in their whisky exploration.

Whisky magazines and critics have repeatedly highlighted this 15-year-old as a masterful example of how a smoky whisky can achieve elegance and depth through sherry maturation.

From Bowmore Distillery to You

When you open a bottle of Bowmore 15 Year Old, you’re not just opening a drink, but rather 15 years of dedicated craftsmanship and an invitation to experience the essence of Islay’s oldest licensed distillery.

Every drop reflects Bowmore’s deep connection to Islay – the raw coastline, the peaty soils, and the proud Scottish whisky heritage stretching back to 1779.

Become part of a group of whisky enthusiasts who appreciate exceptional craftsmanship, and share the experience of this remarkable dram with those you cherish.