Bowmore - The oldest distillery in Islay

Founded in 1779 , in addition to being the oldest distillery in Islay , Bowmore also boasts the oldest whiskey seasoning warehouse in the world, the legendary "N ° 1 Vaults" , the only one below sea level. It is here that, in the dark and in cold and humid conditions created by the winds that blow on the coasts of the Hebrides, Bowmore Scotch Whiskeys mature.

To recreate the golden color, the vanilla aromas and the balance between sweet and peaty notes for which its Single Malts are renowned, the distillery uses almost exclusively ex-Bourbon barrels . This is followed by the 12 Year Old (90 pt. Wine Enthusiast), which represents the quintessence of Bowmore, while the 15 Year Old (92 pt.), After the canonical 12 years in American barrels, spends another 3 in old barrels. Sherry, which give it its distinctive character.

Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky Aged 15 Years Bowmore

0,7 ℓ, Gift box

Bowmore 15 Years spends the first 12 years of aging in American ex-bourbon barrels and the last 3 years in Oloroso sherry barrels, this combination gives the whiskey balance and richness.

Particular for its dark amber color with a creamy aroma, with notes of sherry, dark chocolate and a drizzle of peat smoke. The taste is rich and syrupy with notes of caramel, malt, cedar wood and a smoky aftertaste. Robust and complex finish, with spicy notes and sherry.

Bowmore 15 Years is an award-winning singl...

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Type

Whisky

Alcohol content

40%

Tasting moment

On the rocks, neat

Ageing in barrel

Long

Aroma

Aromatic

Origin

Scotland, Islay

84 €

per bottle (0,7 ℓ) 120.00 €/ℓ

incl. VAT and taxes

Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky Aged 12 Years Bowmore

0,7 ℓ, Gift box

Bowmore aged 12 years is a top product of the distillery, and to date, the most popular among their single malts. He has received extraordinary criticism from experts around the world.

At sight it is of a pleasant amber color. The nose has traces of lemon zest, with typical peat notes rounded by sweet honey notes that balance the smokiness. This touch makes its aroma subtle and very floral.

With a complex but perfectly balanced character, it is excellent to be eaten straight or on the rocks.

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Type

Whisky

Alcohol content

40%

Tasting moment

On the rocks, neat

Ageing in barrel

Long

Aroma

Fruity