Bowmore Small Batch

Watery version of south Islay whisky. Coors light of the island just enough peaty smoke to remind you of Islay whisky, but not nearly enough depth of flavor or complexity. Thoroughly irritating.

I got pineapple and a little citrus... not so much going on, pretty mild peat and smoke, yet they're there - not like medicinal or bonfire, more Caol Ila like peat, while the latter is lot more ashy and elegant.

Typically Bowmore, lots of smoke with enough peat to take you to Islay on an autumn evening.

I was pleasantly surprised at this NAS expression. I love Bowmore 12, but didn’t have high hopes for this one. First off it doesn’t taste young. Nose of light honey, fruit, spice, very slight peat. The palate is a little confused. Maybe because I’m wanting the 12 experience, but it’s very pleasant. Like the nose but with some heat, but not an alcohol heat. It’s not bitter. Sweet with a salty spicy short to medium finish. Price is great too.