Bowmore 15 Year

Great whisky, and I think a successful marriage between two headstrong flavour profiles: Islay and sherry. To the eye the colour is gorgeous (I have no clue if there's E150 caramel here, but I will blissfully believe the sherry casks take credit) and amber red. The nose is quite complex, with notes of caramel, smoke and mandarin oranges. The palate and body is sweet and syrupy, with sea salt and a touch of wood. The finish is smooth and prolonged, inviting you to further sips. Well done!