Bowmore 22 Year Old 1997 (Release No.11175) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) vs Littlemill 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 22 Year Old 1997 (Release No.11175) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Bowmore
£480
Littlemill 12 Year Old
Littlemill
★ 4.75
£299
| Bowmore 22 Year Old 1997 (Release No.11175) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) | Littlemill 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Littlemill |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.2% | 40% |
| Age | 22 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £479.95 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 4.75/5 |
Bowmore 22 Year Old 1997 (Release No.11175) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Littlemill 12 Year Old
Bowmore 22 Year Old 1997 (Release No.11175) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Littlemill 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Littlemill 12 Year Old is rated higher (4.75 vs 0.00).
Littlemill 12 Year Old is better value at £299 vs £480.
For beginners: Littlemill 12 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 22 Year Old 1997 (Release No.11175) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£479.95 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
Littlemill 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +More affordable (£299 vs £479.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 22 Year Old 1997 (Release No.11175) - 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 Littlemill?
Littlemill 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
Only Bowmore 22 Year Old 1997 (Release No.11175) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Only Littlemill 12 Year Old