Bowmore 23 Year Old 1997 (cask 2692) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
- Distillery
- Bowmore
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 48.5%
- Age
- 23 years
- Price
- £269.95
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Old Wood, Leathery, Medicinal, Dried Fruit
- Description
- Bowmore distilled in 1997 on Islay and aged 23 years before finishing in virgin oak and bottling by Alistair Walker. Only 204 bottles of this rare Islay expression were produced for the Infrequent Flyers range.
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Bowmore 23 Year Old 1997 (cask 2692) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is a 23-year-old single malt from Bowmore (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 48.5% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, intensely smoky and oaky character — smokey, old wood, leathery, medicinal. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Bowmore distilled in 1997 on Islay and aged 23 years before finishing in virgin oak and bottling by Alistair Walker. Only 204 bottles of this rare Islay expression were produced for the Infrequent Flyers range.
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