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Хересный Bowmore из олоросо: тёмные сушёные фрукты, кожа, табак и деликатный дым. Опытные единодушно хвалят баланс и сложность (91–95), редкая критика — жестковатое или короткое послевкусие.
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В аромате доминируют благородные хересные ноты — тёмные ягоды, чернослив, изюм, инжир, финики, вишня — вместе со старой кожей, сигарным табаком в хьюмидоре, тёмным шоколадом, дубом и характерным для Bowmore минерально-кварцевым дымом; у нескольких авторов проскакивают тропические оттенки (гуава, папайя, манго), отсылающие к легендарным Bowmore 1960–70-х, и цветочно-фруктовые тона (кровавый апельсин, марципан, красные ягоды). Вкус насыщенный, сладко-пряный, маслянисто-сиропной плотности: тёмный херес и джем из чернослива, орехи, гвоздика, лакрица, кожа, табак, тёмный шоколад с землистым торфом и лёгким дымом. Послевкусие долгое, тёплое, на жжёном дубе, специях, перце, коже, сушёных фруктах и торфяном дыме, у некоторых с солоноватым морским оттенком.
Опытные ревьюеры почти единодушны: для них это эталон хересного Bowmore, где характер винокурни не потоплен бочкой, а соединён с лучшим от хереса; оценки 90–95, вершина — 95 за совершенство и редкую по выразительности кожано-древесно-дымную сложность. Расхождения невелики и касаются в основном послевкусия — один опытный автор отметил жестковатую концовку (спишет на проветривание бутылки), другие среди менее авторитетных считали вкус проще и беднее аромата, ждали большей насыщенности или более длинного послевкусия; отдельные заниженные оценки (88) связывают с парфюмерными нотами. В целом оценки очень согласованы (в основном 91–92) и почти не зависят от опыта: и авторитетные, и рядовые сходятся, что это один из лучших выпусков серии Timeless и, по мнению многих, лучший Bowmore, что они пробовали, с оговоркой лишь о высокой цене.
dram-drinker
91
07 jul 2025 9:20 pm
Good complexity, very drinkable and enjoyable - very good Tasted at the timeless journey tasting at Bowmore distillery
| Нос |
90 |
Lof of dried fruits, figs, plums, prune, caramel, brown sugar, sherry wood, cigar tobacco, liquorice, hint of leather, chocolate, dark honey, whiff of smoke and varnish, herbs - pretty good |
| Вкус |
91 |
Punchy, intense, dark honey, caramel, tobacco, bags of dried fruits, dates, figs, nuts, some exoitc fruits in the background, good sweetness, sherry, little smoke - even better |
| Финиш |
91 |
Long, warm, tobacco, sherry, spices, pepper, herbs, woody, smoky, little fruity in the background, nuts |
MaltVader
92
17 sep 2024 1:19 pm
нос 93 · вкус 92 · финиш 92
kbs26
92
15 sep 2024 9:24 pm
ThorstenH
93
24 apr 2024 8:57 pm
Very classy Bowmore. The age is noticeable. An incredible red color. 91-100 – Whisky heaven, best stuff
| Нос |
93 |
Earthy peat at first. Not overwhelming, but subtly noticeable. After a few minutes, the fruit comes more and more to the fore. Blood orange, which I often have with Bowmore. With marzipan. Very harmonious. Full aroma. Leather comes in. Then red fruit. |
| Вкус |
93 |
Sweet red fruits. Strong. Tingles on the tongue. However, the alcohol is not noticeable. Bowmore peat comes through and combines with the fruits. |
| Финиш |
92 |
Leather and dark. Long and very harmonious. |
feolai
92
16 mar 2026 2:13 am
Aroma:Intense;Palate:92/100; Aftertaste:Long.
нос 91 · вкус 92 · финиш 92
LeChiffre
95
24 may 2025 2:02 pm
For me, Bowmore from a sherry cask is perfection. What could possibly be more amazing? A wonderfully complex, exciting and diverse flavor profile, top alcohol strength, and refined aromas of sherry wood and leather/tobacco. Plus, delicate notes of typical Bowmore smoke. Everything as it should be. A dream!
| Нос |
95 |
Noble sherry aromas; dark berries; plums; raisins; dark cherries; alongside this, an intense and exciting leathery-woody-smoky aroma emerges, the likes of which I have rarely experienced; old leather; cigars in the humidor; fine oak; quartz-mineral smoke; light earthy notes; dark chocolate; all very complex and changeable – I can smell it forever |
| Вкус |
94 |
Sweet and spicy; here too, a dark sherry flavor; dark berries; prunes; dark chocolate; tingling, bitter-spicy wood; some licorice; leather; fine cigar tobacco; bitter spices; quartz-mineral; beautiful, delicate smoke |
| Финиш |
95 |
Sweet and tart; tingling, peppery and spicy; tart notes of dark chocolate contrast with sweet notes of dark (dried) fruits; prunes; raisins; tart and spicy fine wood; leather; fine cigar; quartz-mineral smoke |
sagara-kun
92
10 jul 2023 9:55 am
Excellent Bowmore, very sherried. Only the finish is a bit harsh, but aeration of the bottle will probably help.
| Нос |
92 |
Very nice nose, which starts on a woody and spicy frame. Pepper, clove, pepper. Then we move on to the fruit: dates, figs, currants, cooked mango and pineapple, and very ripe apricots. Green apple wrapped in caramel. Slight nut. Light milk chocolate and cocoa. Very well integrated alcohol. |
| Вкус |
93 |
On the palate, it's intense, with balsamic vinegar, walnuts, cloves, prunes, dates. Slight smoke and ashy peat, light grison. A little cooked mango. Light tire, tar, and brushed leather. |
| Финиш |
92 |
Woody finish, on spices, ashy peat, hot charcoal, leather, pineapple, papaya, black pepper. |
Lu Cifer
93
28 apr 2024 2:07 pm
| Нос |
93 |
OMG, what a rocket! A hint of overripe fruit, a little smoke, loads of dried fruit (raisins, dates, figs, apricots), sweet, spicy honey and fruity dark sherry, spices, baking spices, nuts, hint of leather. Very appealing. Appears elegant and harmonious. 93-94 |
| Вкус |
94 |
warm, soft, fruity-spicy, sweet, a little leather, dried fruits, (can easily compete in taste and quality with a Glendronach Grandeur) dark honey and sherry, baking spices, spices, subtle wood notes, a little smoke, hint of salt. 93-94 |
| Финиш |
92 |
slightly fruity and spicy, sweet, dried fruit, a little leather, spices, baking spices, wood notes, some smoke and salt. Long aftertaste, finally sweet again with some dried fruit and a little honey. Thanks Thorsten for the sample :) |
Hemdl
92
09 may 2025 6:59 pm
This is exactly what a Sherry Bowmore should be like. Fruity, sweet, and creamy on the nose, but with a dirty, smoky finish. Here, the distillery's character wasn't drowned in any old barrels, but rather the best of both worlds was combined. Why not always this way?
PhamHa
90
09 jul 2026 7:38 am
нос 91 · вкус 90 · финиш 90
whisky_alphabet
92
14 sep 2024 12:14 pm
Dram_Whisky
93
15 sep 2024 5:07 pm
нос 93 · вкус 93 · финиш 92
cachalot14
92
21 aug 2025 7:25 pm
After drinking it, the 27-year-old is undoubtedly the best of the Timeless series. Compared to the 29-year-old, I feel that the 27-year-old is more complex and delicate, with a richer flavor. As for the 31-year-old and 33-year-old, they are simply rubbish compared to the 27-year-old, and I don't know what the Matusalem cask is trying to say. It turns out that Shirley Bowmore has to be Oloroso. 27>29>>31>33
| Нос |
93 |
From the moment the bottle is opened, even without needing to sniff closely, the aromas of guava, ripe papaya, and other tropical fruits reminiscent of Bowmore from the 1960s and 1970s are immediately apparent. A moment later, a rich, dark fruit palate emerges, reminiscent of ripe plums and prunes, with a strong Oloroso flavor. This is followed by raisins, a touch of orange peel oil, licorice, a distinct leather note, and a hint of smoky seaweed. The initial guava note is truly surprising, but as the wine progresses, the dark fruit aromas become more pronounced, a truly magical experience. Perhaps this is the joy and experience of opening a bottle. |
| Вкус |
92 |
The wine is sweet, smooth, and slightly alcoholic, with a rich, deep sherry character, reminiscent of fresh prune jam. It offers a generous dose of premium tobacco and delicate cigars, followed by rich roasted beans and dark chocolate, along with hints of earth and peat. The finish is finished with liquorice, spices, and a touch of tannin. |
| Финиш |
92 |
The finish is long, with notes of burnt wood and raisins, followed by a mouthful of juicy, tart plums, fine leather, pepper, and dark chocolate. |
MarcinSmm
92
14 sep 2024 1:13 pm
EvilAFI
91
15 dec 2021 5:19 am
This is the best Bowmore I have had the pleasure of trying. It has melded the flavors so very well. It’s price is something to be discussed on the other hand…. Somewhat simple, but some very what delicious.
| Нос |
92 |
Dark jammy figs, dates, raisins, clean Bowmore smoke, menthol, chicory, apricot |
| Вкус |
92 |
The smoke and fruit have almost become one, it envelopes the mouth without a trace of heat. Here the raisin note almost turns to grape/plum, the perfect sweetness to balance the smoke. |
| Финиш |
90 |
Fruits remain, no sign of drying or tannins from oak. It does last, but isn’t super long |
rickypeng
91
04 mar 2025 2:24 pm
No.1 in Timeless Series.
| Нос |
90 |
The aroma has a slight alcohol note (possibly due to the low volume left), with hints of jujube, raisin, fig, and the characteristic peat smoke of Bowmore. |
| Вкус |
92 |
The palate is rich and sweet, featuring flavors of balsamic vinegar, walnut, clove, prunes, and jujube. There's a light peat and smoky, tar-like note, along with a touch of cooked mango. |
| Финиш |
90 |
The finish is woody, with spices, peat, hot charcoal, leather, pineapple, papaya, and black pepper. |
KIMCHIBaby
92
12 may 2026 8:47 pm
Glad to have met this bottle. Among Islay whiskies, Bowmore may have the highest ceiling of potential.
| Нос |
91 |
Straw, blackcurrant, red grape, winey notes, nutmeg, raisin, grape jam, Christmas cake, toffee "Elegant and deep" Why does this nose remind me so much of wine? The name “Timeless” feels perfectly fitting. A gentle layer of Bowmore’s straw-like peat quietly settles underneath, while blackcurrant, red grape, and winey aromas rise gracefully yet powerfully above it. “Beautiful” truly is the right word here. It feels like the kind of whisky that belongs in a fine dining restaurant. Nutmeg-like spice supports the aroma with remarkable precision, while sherried notes of Christmas cake and toffee are beautifully integrated. Subtle hints of apple mango and floral tones also emerge in the background. |
| Вкус |
93 |
Grape jam, syrup, caramel, straw, smoky notes, coal, raisin, blackberry, rose, mango, fig "An absurd weight class" This almost feels unfair. The sheer weight and density are on another level. The texture coats the palate like syrup, carrying the lingering depth of a beautifully matured sherry whisky. Calling this merely a “sherry bomb” feels insufficient — it exists on an entirely different tier. It begins with rich grape jam and evolves into an almost syrup-like concentration of sweetness. Peaty notes of straw, smoke, and coal aren’t overpowering, but they leave a very clear impression. Layered above the dense sherry core are notes of blackberry, rose, mango, and fig, giving the whisky even more individuality and complexity. |
| Финиш |
92 |
Grape jam, charcoal, smoke, vanilla, oak, compote, dried fig, blueberry jam "Peaty, yet refined" The finish reveals the peat more clearly than the palate did. Charcoal, smoky tones, and iodine-like peat linger for a remarkably long time, while grape jam and compote coat the background with sweetness. Over this base, gentle vanilla and woody notes are lightly dusted across the palate before everything is wrapped once more in the dense richness of dried fig and blueberry jam. The finish is extraordinarily long. |
Popilll
91
17 dec 2025 7:44 pm
нос 91 · вкус 91 · финиш 90
DrPepper_Addict
94
10 jun 2025 9:18 am
jam_liang
91
15 apr 2025 5:15 pm
A very pleasant Bowmore
| Нос |
91 |
It smells like smoke, citrus, raisins, roasted dates, and a hint of soap. If you take a deep breath, you'll find a peculiar scent of grass. |
| Вкус |
92 |
Honey, toffee, mocha coffee, almonds, and leather texture after chewing. The layers are obvious and amazing. |
| Финиш |
90 |
Wood, Spices, Leather |
WhiskyMue
96
02 aug 2025 9:58 pm
Perfect Bowmore from a sherry cask. It doesn't get any better than this.
нос 96 · вкус 96 · финиш 95
whiskyGG
91
27 mar 2025 5:30 pm
нос 91 · вкус 92 · финиш 91
Matt_River
90
02 sep 2025 1:32 pm
good, nice, wonderful but I expect more...on the palate it is really not as rich as on the nose, which kinda failed me a little bit 90.5
| Нос |
91 |
salted plum, black jam, rubber, black choco, fruity sourness, the 'rotten' touch of tropical fruits, slight hints of minty herbs, balsamic vinegar, old newspaper, Chinese dried radish, dried fruits, vanilla icecream, doughnut sprinkles, orange, orange soda Very powerful and complex nose, but the alcohol touch is a bit too strong...... |
| Вкус |
90 |
ink, ash, old newspaper, chocolate, creamy sweetness, raisins, black jam, Chinese herbal medicine, smoked meat, a bit of seaside stones, fresh fruity sourness first impression, good but not very exquisite. I had higher expectation...... |
| Финиш |
89 |
herbal, cream, black jam, smoked meat |
chormoon
90
07 apr 2026 4:06 pm
Larry411
95
11 nov 2021 8:16 am
This one's like luxuriating in an uber comfortable leather couch, smoking a great pipe laced with aniseed while in a fancy study full of old books. Notes of cola, hickory, leather couch, tobacco and tobacco smoke with a hint of aniseed, coffee beans, rich rich rich treacle, mint, wet oak, and late late late in the finish, sliced green apples and bubble gum make cameo appearances. This is like a "best of Bowmore". I wish this weren't so pricey as I want one... or a case... :(
PeatHoo
90
20 apr 2026 9:07 am
нос 90 · вкус 90 · финиш 89
Rebelliousgang
91
09 sep 2025 6:46 pm
W_W
92
11 apr 2022 12:23 am
нос 92 · вкус 92 · финиш 91
Hobbit90
95
15 sep 2025 10:29 am
Outstanding Sherry Bowmore
Gorra
95
28 apr 2024 9:20 pm
Perfectly balanced smoke, tropical and dark fruit. Woudl score higher if the finish was longer
EnnongE
88
08 feb 2026 2:00 pm
Nose: Burned sugar, grape, brown sugar, toffee Taste: Grape, perfume Finish: Oak, sherry, perfume
CaolIla25
91
27 apr 2026 7:46 pm
Truly complex and shifting nose. Overripe tropicality meshes with gentlemen's library (dark wood paneling, old leather-bound books, cured tobacco), coffee beans and dark chocolate, beef broth, refined quartzy Bowmore smoke, Sarsparilla, Oloroso dried fruits (prune) Alcohol is a bit strong, some drops of water smoothen it in a good way. It's rich and complex, not quite as much as the nose, but there's smoke, roasty-chocolaty notes, very dark fruit, burnt brown sugar, a bit of ocean spray. Sweet and dark notes linger on. I should like this even better, considering the style, but that certain "je ne sai quoi" that turns superb into sublime evades me today.
RoyalWhisky
92
15 feb 2026 1:39 am
нос 93 · вкус 92 · финиш 92
drink_tony
88
27 mar 2025 10:00 am
naverpooh
92
14 feb 2025 4:37 pm
Full of fruits, especially berries, with some violet. More like a common modern Bowmore than I thought. Full bodied, floral, sticky berry juice, and some citrus. Peat is quite dominant and some yogurt at the end.
amstelsat
92
11 oct 2025 2:15 pm
Coffee, tart berries, mint soda, cherry marmalade, cigar leaf, Sicilian blood orange, guava. Excellent!
NorthWhisky
91
09 apr 2026 12:08 pm
Nose: Oldschool Sherry, minerals, quartz, campfire at the beach. 91p Mouth: Dark chocolate, leather, maraschino cherries, quartz, wet earth, campfire smoke. 92p Finish: Long, elegant, campfire smoke, leather, chocolate. 91p Overall: 91p
JCTang
93
20 nov 2021 12:18 pm
Bowmore 27YO Timeless Series, 52.7%. Color: amber; smell: there is a hint of violet floral scent and soap after opening, then disappears. Mainly interesting cocoa powder, nectar, dried apricots, dried figs, raisins, some good old leather box, there is a touch of fruit pomo in the 60s, but the alcohol is still more obvious, 92 points; taste: rich chocolate Cocoa, raisins, dried figs, accompanied by rich but not intense spices, feels very good, a trace of sea salt, 92 points; aftertaste: medium long, spice, salted prune, etc., 92 points; time: 2021.11.20
clynelish1995
91
20 aug 2025 9:44 pm
нос 91 · вкус 91 · финиш 90
gkakwhs
95
08 feb 2026 4:30 am
It's really delicious lol I was worried about the late 200s but it's worth it