Bowmore 22 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 3 vs WhistlePig 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 22 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 3
Bowmore
★ 5.00
£376
WhistlePig 15 Year Old
WhistlePig
★ 5.00
£230
| Bowmore 22 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 3 | WhistlePig 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | WhistlePig |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 51% | 46% |
| Age | 22 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £376.15 | £229.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 22 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 3
WhistlePig 15 Year Old
Bowmore 22 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 3
WhistlePig 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
WhistlePig 15 Year Old is better value at £230 vs £376.
For beginners: WhistlePig 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 22 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 3
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£376.15 vs £229.99)
WhistlePig 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£229.99 vs £376.15)
- +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 22 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 3 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 22 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 3
Only WhistlePig 15 Year Old
Where to buy
Bowmore 22 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 3
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
WhistlePig 15 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange