Bowmore 18 Year Old 2001 (Release No.11714) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) vs WhistlePig 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 18 Year Old 2001 (Release No.11714) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Bowmore
★ 5.00
£295
WhistlePig 15 Year Old
WhistlePig
★ 5.00
£230
| Bowmore 18 Year Old 2001 (Release No.11714) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) | WhistlePig 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | WhistlePig |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 55.4% | 46% |
| Age | 18 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £294.95 | £229.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 18 Year Old 2001 (Release No.11714) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
WhistlePig 15 Year Old
Bowmore 18 Year Old 2001 (Release No.11714) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
WhistlePig 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
WhistlePig 15 Year Old is better value at £230 vs £295.
For beginners: WhistlePig 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 18 Year Old 2001 (Release No.11714) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£294.95 vs £229.99)
WhistlePig 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£229.99 vs £294.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 18 Year Old 2001 (Release No.11714) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy WhistlePig?
WhistlePig 15 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Tasting notes
Only Bowmore 18 Year Old 2001 (Release No.11714) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Only WhistlePig 15 Year Old
Where to buy
Bowmore 18 Year Old 2001 (Release No.11714) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
WhistlePig 15 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange