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Bowmore 25 year old, 43%

Price: 560 Issue: Fall 2023 Reviewer: Jonny McCormick Category: Single Malt Scotch

Deep sherry aromas, notes of plum skin, black currant, allspice, star anise, damp peat smoke, cocoa powder, and tanned leather: It’s outrageously good. A complex palate with a creamy mouthfeel of plum, stewed fruits, baked citrus, gentle spices, and ground hazelnut, becoming mellow and nutty with smoke, spice, and fruit through the finish.