Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release) vs Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release)
Bowmore
£1200
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box)
Nikka
★ 4.70
£899
| Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release) | Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Nikka |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 45.3% | 43% |
| Age | 30 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £1200 | £899 |
| Rating | — | 4.70/5 |
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release)
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box)
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release)
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box)
Quick verdict
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box) is rated higher (4.70 vs 0.00).
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box) is better value at £899 vs £1200.
For beginners: Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£1200 vs £899)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Nikka?
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release)
Only Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box)