Wine Enthusiast 94 points - This Islay single malt was finished in Sherry casks, delivering a ruddy hue and brisk, smoky scent with a hint of sea air salinity. Peat and iodine lead the palate, evolving into mouthwatering olive brine, kalamata olive and unsweetened chocolate, finishing long and dry with hints of ash, clove and black pepper. A splash of water integrates the cocoa and peat tones..Kara Newman, December/2019Ultimate Beverage Challenge 91 points - A deep amber color in the glass, it shows strong aromas of cherry wood smoke overlaying dried fruits and roasted nuts. It begins dry in the mouth with a burst of savory honey before turning back to bright wood smoke, dried cherry, and nutmeg. - 2018 Ultimate Spirits Challenge.April/2018Whisky Advocate 92 points - Formerly known as Darkest, this expression was given a secondary maturation for 3 years in oloroso sherry casks. The nose features smoky caramel, dates, citrus fruits, and quite dry sherry. Dark chocolate and cocktail cherries on the rich malty palate, with peat smoke and a hint of dry oak balancing the sweet fruitiness. Sherry, brine, soft peat, oak, and allspice in the lingering finish..May/2020On The Eye: Burnt Sienna - Breathe In: Dark chocolate and raisin aromas compliment the classic Bowmore smokiness - Sip: Wonderful cedar wood and rich treacle toffee flavours - Savour: Spicy, toffee, sherry and barley43% abv
