The Bowmore Darkest was introduced in 1999, and is a non-age statement vatting of whisky, finished for three years in Oloroso sherry casks. It was incredibly popular among Bowmore fans, so much so that it survived the 2007 shake up of the core range. It was repackaged as a 15 year old, replacing the much-loved 17 year old (which became a travel retail exclusive) in the process
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