Royal Mile Whiskies Bowmore 1999, Young Peaty Islay

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 52 by Michael Jackson and Ian Wisniewski.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Big, soft, smokiness Palate Assertive. Attention-grabbing. Lively acidity. The faintest dash of malt vinegar. Malty. Bittersweet. Finish Long, warming. Comment Bring on the kippers.

Ian Wisniewski Nose Gentle waft of creosote and embers, above which a jasmine flower blossoms, accompanied by pear drops, linseed notes and a hint of vanilla. Palate Luscious sweetness with creamy crème caramel, background waft of sweet, earthy peat and chargrilled notes, before jasmine tea. Finish Creamy crème caramel and digestive biscuit sweetness with a waft of dry peatiness Comment Sweet-dry-savoury-fruit balance, intense but elegant. A dram with drama.