Bowmore Appellations Collection 16 year old Ruby Port Cask, 43%

Finished in ruby port casks after an initial maturation in bourbon and European oak sherry casks, this indulgent, satisfying dram is the standout in this collection. Assuredly peaty on the nose, with cranberry, strawberry bubble gum, black currant mousse, and fine spices. It’s soothing and smooth in the mouth, showing milk chocolate, fudge cake, brown sugar, and salty smoke, then a finish of chocolate lava cake and peat smoke. (Travel Retail exclusive; Release date 8/24)