Bowmore 15 Year Old Single Malt Whisky vs Glencadam 15 Year Old Single Malt Whisky
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £69.99 | £69.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Bowmore Distillery | Glencadam |
| Type | Single Malt Whisky | Single Malt Whisky |
| Size | 700ml | 700ml |
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Bowmore 15 Year Old Single Malt Whisky
Bowmore 15 Year Old Single Malt Whisky is a distinguished Islay expression, matured in a combination of American oak bourbon barrels and finished in Oloroso sherry casks. This careful ageing process imparts depth and richness, showcasing Bowmore’s signature balance of peat smoke and sherried sweetness. On the nose, it reveals aromas of sweet vanilla, toasted almonds, and stewed apple, with hints of cinnamon and dark chocolate. The palate offers a confident blend of candied orange, blackberry jam, and toasted walnuts, carried by a subtle salty breeze. The finish is long and evocative, with fresh, woody smoke lingering gently on the senses.
Glencadam 15 Year Old Single Malt Whisky
Glencadam 15 Year Old is a beautifully balanced, fruity, and creamy Eastern Highlands single malt that represents the distillery at its most expressive. Wholly matured in American oak ex-bourbon casks, it is a whisky of real depth and elegance, awarded an outstanding 98 points out of 100 at the IWSC and widely regarded as one of the finest single malts at its age. Bottled at natural colour, unchillfiltered, and at 46% ABV. Why You'll Love It Five more years in the cask transforms Glencadam's already impressive 10 Year Old into something altogether richer and more complex. The additional maturation in American oak ex-bourbon barrels builds layers of orchard fruit, creamy vanilla, and gentle spice that make this one of the most rewarding whiskies in the Eastern Highlands style. With gold medals from the IWSC, Scotch Whisky Masters, and San Francisco World Spirits Competition, the industry verdict is clear. This is exceptional whisky. Distillery & Maturation Glencadam distillery has been producing whisky in Brechin since 1825, and the 15 Year Old is wholly matured in American oak ex-bourbon casks throughout its entire ageing period. This single cask type builds a consistent, characterful profile of orchard fruits, sweet vanilla, and creamy texture that defines the Glencadam house style at its most developed. Bottled without chill filtration and at a full 46% ABV to preserve every nuance of flavour. Tasting Notes The nose is pronounced and inviting, with orchard fruits and vanilla pod mingled with citrus peel and toasted nuts. On the palate, sweet and creamy with layers of sugared almond and panna cotta, followed by notes of dried apple, nutmeg, and cocoa powder. The finish is perfectly balanced, with creamy rice pudding and gentle cinnamon spices lingering long on the tongue. Best enjoyed neat or with a small drop of water. Perfect Serve Enjoy neat to appreciate the full depth and creaminess of the spirit, or add a few drops of still water to open up the orchard fruit
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