Hailing from the isle of Islay, Bowmore Single Malt Scotch Whisky stands as a beacon of coastal elegance and peaty depth. With its distillery resting on the rugged shores, Bowmore captures the very essence of the island, marrying the briny kiss of the sea with a smoky, earthy heart. Established in the 18th century, Bowmore's dedication to traditional craftsmanship has resulted in a range of whiskies that resonate with notes of caramelized fruit, sea salt, and that signature Islay smoke.
A limited edition 21 year old single malt born from the partnership between Bowmore and Aston Martin. Matured in a finely judged combination of Tawny Port, American Oak, and Oloroso Sherry casks, it offers a layered and expressive profile. Drawn from six distinct casks, each selected with care, this whisky builds in momentum and depth—a complex crescendo that honours Bowmore’s tradition of precision and patience.
Tasting Note by Bowmore:Nose: Sweet manuka honey, with notes of dark chocolate and maple syrup.Palate: Dark chocolate and vanilla, with sherry richness, Islay peat, coffee beans and a touch of bitterness.Finish: Oaky spices, sweet, spicy and mouth-warming with chestnut cream
After its initial maturation in bourbon barrels, our 15 Year Old whiskey undergoes a sherry cask finishing process that stands as an exemplary showcase of this technique. It's the concluding three years spent in Oloroso sherry casks that impart Bowmore 15 Year Old with its strikingly rich, deep hue and the robust, comforting finish that sets it apart.
Tasting Note by Bowmore:Nose: Dark chocolate and raisin aromas compliment the classic Bowmore smokiness.Palate: Wonderful cedar wood and rich treacle toffee flavours.Finish: Spicy, toffee, sherry and barley.
Emanating the very spirit of Bowmore, with its tumultuous waves, windswept terrain, and rich heritage, this 12-year-old expression embodies a harmonious blend of complexity and balance. Delicate notes of lemon and the sweetness of heather honey harmonize seamlessly with Bowmore's signature peat smoke, culminating in a gratifying, enduring, and mellowness that defines this remarkable whiskey.
Tasting Note by Bowmore:Nose: Subtle lemon and honey, balanced beautifully by Bowmore's trademark peaty smokiness.Palate: Warm and delicious on the palate with subtle dark chocolate flavours.Finish: Trademark gentle peat smoke, leading to a delicious, long and mellow finish.
Carefully nestled within the finest hand-picked oak casks and afforded the luxury of maturing at its own unhurried rhythm, this stands as an exceptional and flawlessly balanced single malt Scotch whisky. Among Bowmore's most elusive offerings, Bowmore 18 Year Old may have limited availability, but the enjoyment it offers is boundless.
Tasting Note by Bowmore:Nose: Creamy caramel toffee, with ripe fruit and smoke aromas.Palate: Incredibly complex, with beautiful soft fruit and chocolate balanced with a light smokiness.Finish: The long and wonderfully balanced finish.
Aston Martin and Bowmore's Masters’ Selection 22 Year Old, released a year after their first collaboration, is a single malt whisky by Bowmore's Ron Welsh. It blends spirits aged in selected European Oak Oloroso casks and American oak hogsheads, offering notes of peach, honey, tobacco, clove, sea salt, and peat smoke. The 2022 edition is a joint effort with Aston Martin's Marek Reichman.
Tasting Note by Bowmore:Nose: Beginning with sweet and fruity notes of heather honey, vanilla with subtle cherries.Palate: Rich sweet and malty spicy notes of vanilla fudge.Finish: Sweet and woody with notes of liquorice sticks deliver a spicy feel.
The 12 Year Old is gently matured in carefully hand-selected Oloroso sherry and ex-bourbon casks. Resolving with an Oloroso sherry cask finish creates extraordinary layers of rich sensory discovery. Its gentle maturation in meticulously chosen Oloroso sherry and ex-bourbon casks gives it an intriguing yet inviting complexity.
Tasting Note by Bowmore:Nose: Intricate layers to explore, from mouth-watering vanilla caramel, red berries, and marzipan, to hints of dried fruit.Palate: A carnival of ripe pears, lemon juice, cinnamon, toasted almonds and peaches in syrup, as smoke levels crescendo.Finish: Our 12-Year Old resolves with clear intent, offering a pleasingly long and spicy finale.
Aged for a remarkable quarter of a century, this whisky is meant to be enjoyed at a leisurely pace. Every delightful sip of this finely balanced malt has undergone maturation in North American bourbon and Spanish sherry casks. Even by Bowmore's lofty standards, our celebrated Bowmore 25 Year Old whisky exemplifies the very best qualities of both cask types, resulting in an exceptional and highly-praised expression.
Tasting Note by Bowmore:Nose: Intense sherry and stewed fruits, with a trace of Bowmore smokiness.Palate: Delicious toffee and hazelnut, woven together with just a hint of sweet peat smoke.Finish: The mellow, gentle and incredibly complex finish.
Welcome to the epitome of luxury and artistry. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of the Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin (Masters' Selection), a limited-edition single malt Scotch whisky that embodies the essence of collaboration and craftsmanship. Crafted by the visionary Master Blender Ron Welsh and Chief Creative Officer Marek Reichman, this extraordinary whisky is the result of a unique partnership between two iconic brands. Just like every Aston Martin automobile, the Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin (Masters' Selection) is a testament to the expertise and skill of these two masters.
Tasting Note by Bowmore:Nose: Sweet and nutty with notes of Manuka honey and maple syrup, with praline and grilled hazelnuts; combine with rich aromas of freshly tanned leather.Palate: Richly elegant sherry merges with raw Islay peat, whilst bitter dark chocolate unites with vanilla and coffee beans. A fruity flair is defined by Morello cherries and a touch of papaya.Finish: Sweet, spicy and mouth warming, with notes of oak spices, chestnut cream and coconut lingering.
With its deep autumnal hue and considered maturation, this 21 Year Old expression reveals a richly layered and distinctive character. Aged in hand-selected ex-Bourbon and Oloroso Sherry casks, and finished in first fill Pedro Ximénez Sherry wood, it offers a compelling interplay of flavours. From earthy notes of tobacco leaf and heather to the sweetness of toffee treacle and beeswax, the whisky displays remarkable breadth and complexity. Its final chapter in Pedro Ximénez Sherry casks is a quiet tribute to the instinctive craftsmanship of the Master Blender.
Tasting Note by Bowmore:Nose: A complex tapestry of tobacco leaves and heather, sweetened by rich toffee treacle and beeswax.Palate: A complex, cosmopolitan mix of sweetness, barbecued meat, berries and a whisper of salty smokiness.Finish: Rounded, sweet woods and gentle smoke linger expressively on the tongue as a lasting memory.
The Bowmore 18 Year Old Sherry Cask presents a well-balanced interplay between bright citrus notes and the soft, recognisable presence of the distillery’s signature peat. Matured in carefully chosen ex-Bourbon and Oloroso Sherry casks, and finished in Pedro Ximénez Sherry wood, this expression is marked by both depth and composure. Its maturation journey brings together varied fruit tones and gentle peat, resulting in a whisky that is at once expressive and measured, with a layered complexity that reflects Bowmore’s distinctive character.
Tasting Note by Bowmore:Nose: A sweet symphony of rich dark chocolate and cocoa beans, with zesty citrus and a rich peatiness.Palate: Sensationally layered orange peel, moist sultanas, aniseed spice, and cocoa beans.Finish: Powerfully and expressively fruity, with immense depth and complexity.
A testament to careful maturation, this complex 15 Year Old Sherry Oak Cask expression balances sweetness with gentle spice in a composed and layered profile. Aged for no less than fifteen years, it draws character from both European Oak Oloroso Sherry casks and American Oak ex-Bourbon casks, before being finished in European Oak casks seasoned with Oloroso Sherry. The result is a nuanced whisky, where indulgent sweetness meets subtle spiced undertones in harmonious fashion.
Tasting Note by Bowmore:Nose: Moist Corinth raisins and sweet dates. Cinnamon, dark chocolate, and enveloped in subtle smoke.Palate: Cedarwood, treacle toffee, boiled sweet confectionery, clove spice and liquorice root.Finish: Intriguingly rich and wooded, revealing contented sweet spice.
Introducing Bowmore 33 Year Old (The Changeling), an extraordinary single malt whisky that will transport you to the mystical and enchanting world of Islay. This captivating creation is the result of a unique collaboration between artist Frank Quitely and master blender Ron Welsh, who have seamlessly blended artistry and craftsmanship to create a whisky that is truly exceptional. The Changeling is the second installment in the Frank Quitely series, a collection that aims to capture the essence of Bowmore's native Islay island. Inspired by the ancient folktale of a blacksmith who saved his son from the clutches of the "Fairy Folk," this whisky not only tantalizes the taste buds but also tells a captivating story. Aged for an impressive 22 and 33 years, The Changeling boasts a complex and rich flavor profile that will leave you mesmerized. The aging process begins in American oak hogsheads before a final two-year maturation in white port and tawny port casks. This meticulous finishing imparts a delightful depth and richness to the whisky, taking it to new heights of indulgence.
Tasting Note by Bowmore:Nose: Unexpectedly colourful and flowery. Think of Turkish Delight, rose water, and potpourri as you experience its extreme lightness and perfume-like pungency. Despite its age, there are a few little wood notes behind the floral cloud, along with some sandalwood and even some new oak odours.Palate: With the ABV and oak spice, the strong perfume note that initially appears on the lips truly zips across the tongue and fills the mouth with a flowery sherbet sweetness that strongly reminds one of parma violets. Lavender, sugar, and heat make it up. They are accompanied by bitter clove and/or anise spices, as well as citrus fruits (pineapple, guava, and clementine).Finish: A final sweet nutty smell that makes me think of marzipan lingers after the perfume/sherbet note has faded away.
Crafted with utmost care and attention, the Bowmore 27 Year Old Timeless single malt whisky is a true masterpiece. This exceptional whisky has been aged to perfection for an impressive 27 years, resulting in a liquid that is nothing short of extraordinary. Immerse yourself in the exquisite flavor profile of this remarkable whisky. The careful maturation process in sherry and bourbon casks for 15 years followed by 12 years in Oloroso butts has created a whisky that is rich, complex, and full of depth.
Tasting Note by Bowmore:Nose: Fruity cooked plums and prune jam. Corinth raisins and sultana notes with a strong Oloroso influence. Toffee and maple syrup, liquorice, grilled orange peel and smoked seaweed.Palate: Tobacco, rich cocoa and the warming Islay peat smokeFinish: The finish is long with scented burnt wood notes, dry fruits and a touch of frankincense.
Introducing the Bowmore 30 Year Old, a whisky that embodies rarity, elegance, and exquisite flavor. With only 2580 bottles available, this highly exclusive and limited edition release is a true gem for whisky connoisseurs and collectors alike. Prepare to be captivated by the rich and complex flavor profile of the Bowmore 30 Year Old. Indulge in the luscious sweetness of honey, accompanied by the tantalizing notes of tropical fruits and vanilla. As you savor each sip, a subtle hint of peat smoke adds depth and character, creating an unforgettable tasting experience. Crafted with meticulous care and aged to perfection for three decades in sherry hogsheads and bourbon barrels, the Bowmore 30 Year Old strikes the perfect balance between maturity and refinement. Its timeless elegance is a testament to the artistry of Bowmore's master distillers, who have expertly created a whisky that is truly a masterpiece.
Tasting Note by Bowmore:Nose: Heather honey, bananas and peaches, with pineapple, vanilla and butterscotch.Palate: Tropical fruits with honey sweetness, subtle peat smoke and hints of eucalyptus.Finish: Mouth warming, with ripe fruits lingering on the tongue.
