Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Scotch Whisky

Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Oak Cask

The Bowmore Sherry Oak Cask Collection was introduced in 2025, showcasing Islay’s oldest licensed distillery’s mastery of sherry cask finishing. The 12 Year Old Sherry Oak Cask is the entry expression in this series, matured in a combination of European oak Oloroso sherry casks and American oak ex-bourbon barrels, then finished in Oloroso sherry casks for added depth.

• Age: 12 Years
• Region: Islay, Scotland
• Cask Types: Oloroso sherry & ex-bourbon
• ABV: 40%

Tasting Notes

• Color: Radiant vermilion, born of Oloroso sherry casks
• Nose: Vanilla caramel, red berries, marzipan, dried fruit
• Palate: Ripe pears, lemon juice, cinnamon, toasted almonds, peaches in syrup, with smoke crescendo
• Finish: Pleasingly long, sweet spice, with Bowmore’s signature mineral-forward peat tempered by sherry richness

Why It’s Special

• Sherry Influence: The Oloroso casks impart fruity, nutty, and woody flavors, softening Bowmore’s classic smokiness.
• Collection Debut: Part of Bowmore’s new Sherry Oak Cask Collection (12, 15, 18, and 21 years), each finished in different sherry styles.
• Balance of Smoke & Sweetness: The 12 Year Old offers an approachable entry point into Islay whisky, with peat balanced by sherry-driven fruit and spice.
• Food Pairing: Recommended with roast scallops, herb purée, sea succulents, and chicken butter sauce for a refined tasting experience.