Bowmore 12

Bowmore 12-  Each of us celebrates the New Year with optimism and good cheer. My proposal is to include this tasty whisky in your plans.  The smart folks on this island know a thing or two about making a balanced whisky with all the right flavors.  There is a thick and rich sweetness from sherry barrel aging and just a delicate whiff of smoke.  The nose is ultra full with some subtle citrus fruit.  Mid-taste I  found honey and vanilla with really nice complexity….At 80 proof, you must consume this neat , just don’t spill any on your dinner companion! There is a genuine sparkle  here if you use the correct glassware!    Let’s all look for a fresh start, I wish you health, joy, and friendship in the coming months.  This Islay classic rates a 7.5 and almost guarantees a festive and special new year. Slàinte