Bw7 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Elements Of Islay (500ml)

Volume: 500ml          ABV: 53.2%          Age: No Age Statement         Country: Scotland

The Elements of Islay are a range of iconic, small-batch, expertly sourced independently bottled whiskies. The Limited Edition range consists of single malt bottlings from individual Islay distilleries identified with periodic symbols and batch numbers (Lp1, Ar2, and so on). They are bottled either as single casks or as small batches between 3 and 20 carefully selected casks. These expressions celebrate the distilleries’ individual character while presenting a balanced and characterful whisky bottled at full proof.

This 7th Elements of Islay bottling is a full-on Sherried Bowmore edition, matured in four sherry butts from 2001. Dark forest fruits, chocolate and citrus all fight for attention in this Bw7 release.

Tasting Notes

Nose: An initial hit of guava and kiwi fruit is joined by Arbroath smokies. Dried mango follows, with sultanas and raisins intertwined with lightly aromatic smoke.

Palate: Dense and creamy with background notes of seaside rock pools and beach bonfires. Toffee and salted caramel sit on top of layers of mango and blood orange.

Finish: Long and juicy with soft hints of woodsmoke and citrus.