Bowmore Small Batch Whisky Review And Tasting Notes

The Bowmore small batch is a whisky born on the island of Islay, home of great peaty Scotches, and you can consider it for price and characteristics a decent entry-level distillate for those approaching peaty and smoked Scottish whiskeys.

The Bowmore small batch is a whiskey without definition of age, aged in barrels used to make bourbon, a characteristic that makes it quite fragrant, aromatic and only slightly smoky.

We are not talking about a whiskey with a thousand layers of flavors, mineral or particularly deep, but an honest bottle that does its duty and has average characteristics. It is not born to amaze, but it does not disappoint either. Considering the tempting price, don’t expect a bomb, just a decent dram.

“Small batch” simply means that it was produced in small batches, starting with a limited number of barrels. And, in theory, it denotes an artisanal product manufactured with care and attention.

The bouquet

Peaty nose on the surface, with herbs, caramel, sweet spices such as cinnamon and cloves and a warm fruity finish. The persistence is good, the intensity is acceptable and the aromatic precision is immaculate, all punctuated quickly but clearly. Finish of mahogany, walnut and honey.

The flavor

Round mouth, with spicy and herbaceous spikes that moves between a good sensation of heat and delicate smokiness. The persistence on the palate is not bad at all. In the finish, a savory-smoky touch emerges that gives an honorable variety to the sip.

The price of the Bowmore small batch

20-25 euros: It is a very fair price for what it offers.

What cocktails to make with the Bowmore small batch?

Irish Coffee, Whiskey sour, Rob Roy, Godfather, Rusty Nail, Penicillin.

Food Pairings

Chocolate cupcakes, cheesecakes, ciambella, Tiramisù and chocolate salami.