Bowmore 22 Year Old / Aston Martin Masters Selection / 2023 Release Islay Whisky vs Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bowmore 22 Year Old / Aston Martin Masters Selection / 2023 Release Islay WhiskyGlenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
DistilleryBowmoreGlenmorangie
RegionHighland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS15 yr
Price£415£399
Rating5.00/5

Bowmore 22 Year Old / Aston Martin Masters Selection / 2023 Release Islay Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value13/100

Bowmore 22 Year Old / Aston Martin Masters Selection / 2023 Release Islay Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is better value at £399 vs £415.

For beginners: Bowmore 22 Year Old / Aston Martin Masters Selection / 2023 Release Islay Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Bowmore 22 Year Old / Aston Martin Masters Selection / 2023 Release Islay Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£415 vs £399)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£399 vs £415)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Bowmore?

Bowmore 22 Year Old / Aston Martin Masters Selection / 2023 Release Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Glenmorangie?

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Bowmore 22 Year Old / Aston Martin Masters Selection / 2023 Release Islay Whisky

HoneyTobaccoFresh FruitFragant

Only Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

VanillaToastedOld Wood

Where to buy

Bowmore 22 Year Old / Aston Martin Masters Selection / 2023 Release Islay Whisky

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

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