Name: Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection
Brand: Bowmore
Price: 499.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection taste like?

Accepted Answer

Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection is characterised by Smokey, Medicinal, Dried Fruit, Sherried, Old Wood notes. Bowmore's 17-year-old from 1999, the final Craftmen's Collection bottling, matured across bourbon, sherry, and wine casks at 51.3% ABV with 3,000 bottles released. This Islay expression balances the distillery's restrained peat smoke with dried fruit and oak complexity from its varied cask regimen.

Question 2

Is Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 70/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection sweet?

Accepted Answer

Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection has some sweetness (55/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke and high ABV (51.3%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection costs £499 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 51.3% ABV, Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Try it neat first, then add water gradually.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection?

Accepted Answer

Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection pairs well with smoked salmon, oysters, dark chocolate, aged cheddar, and chargrilled meats. The smoky, peaty character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the complex peat smoke and full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection?

Accepted Answer

Serve Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection similar to Ardbeg 21 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection and Ardbeg 21 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Smokey, Medicinal) and are in a similar price range. Ardbeg 21 Year Old costs £599 vs £499 for Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection.

Question 11

Is Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection similar to Glenfarclas 30 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection and Glenfarclas 30 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Dried Fruit, Sherried, Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Glenfarclas 30 Year Old costs £632.95 vs £499 for Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection.

Question 12

How does Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection compare to Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts?

Accepted Answer

Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection and Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Bowmore 17 Year Old 1999 - Warehouseman's Selection is bold and smoky, while Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is known for Hay-like, Leafy, Malt Extract notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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