Bowmore single malt whisky has won more awards and accolades than any other Islay single malt, including the unprecedented accolade of entry into the Hall of Fame at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Bowmore was the first, and remains the only, whisky distiller in the world to be awarded this accolade. Bowmore's close proximity to the sea is vital in determining the final character of the Bowmore Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky, as is the strict adherence to the traditional production methods handed down. Paul Pacult, one of the world’s most knowledgeable spirits experts has described Bowmore as being in the 'top echelon of Scotland’s whisky operations'. Bowmore Distillery is one of an ever decreasing handful of distilleries to produce its own floor malted barley. The barley is still laboriously hand turned, by the Maltman, using the traditional wooden malt shovel. The maltings at Bowmore Distillery are very much alive and part of the production process and for visitors to the distillery, seeing a working maltings floor is a rare and special sight. A medium-bodied, refined full bodied relaxed, warm gold malt. Smokiness on the nose and palate is stunningly balanced by a sublime heather honey sweetness. Theres massive clear fruit flavours, chocolate, pears, like a lovely chocolates assortment, together with a harmonious citrus bouquet.
