Bowmore 1998 Mocha on the Deck (Wemyss Malts)

Bowmore 1998 Mocha on the Deck, 18 YO, 59.3%

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Distilled 1998, matured in a single ex-sherry butt, and bottled 2017 by Wemyss Malts. Limited to 668 bottles.

Nose: Dark and captivating with deep layers of peat smoke, fudge, malt and toasted oak. Earthy vanilla and dark chocolate mingle with a subtle floral lift, before giving way to smoked meat glazed in red berries, mustard and honey.

Taste: Full bodied and opulent. A lively interplay of floral and fruity notes—green herbs, summer flowers and dried fruits—softened by sweet floral honey.

Finish: Long and resonant. Red berries and honey reappear, merging with soot, dark chocolate, coffee beans and a gentle note of cut grass.

Comment: Smoky depth with elegant complexity. 

Score 88/100

PS! Big thanks to Tore H.V. for the generous sample!

Sláinte!
-Thomas