Elements of Islay BW8 (Bowmore) Single Malt Scotch Whisky (500ml / 51.2%)
This multi-layered Bowmore is a vatting of whiskies distilled between 2001 and 2003. Left to age in ex-bourbon barrels and ex-sherry butts for sixteen to eighteen years, it showcases its classic true-Islay character through a window of tropical fruits and coastal
freshness. 1320 bottles produced.
The Elements of Islay is a range of Single Malt Islay Whiskies that draws its inspiration from traditional medical laboratory labels and packaging. Indeed; even the bottle is called ‘pharmacy’.
The Elements range is bottled in individual batches, typically blended from between 5 and 20 casks from a single distillery.
Aroma: Grapefruit mixed with brown sugar. A hint of charcoal smoke with baked lemons developing into richer, more pronounced tropical notes of under-ripe mango drizzled with lime juice.
Taste: Old-fashioned chocolate limes. Citrus and salt blend together and further richness is delivered by papaya and kiwi. Buttered samphire lends a coastal feel.
Finish: A dry, herbaceous finish lingers with wave after wave of kiln smoke.