Bowmore 21 Year Old 1973
- Distillery
- Bowmore
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 43%
- Age
- 21 years
- Price
- £1200
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Vanilla, Honey, Dried Fruit, Toasted
- Description
- Bowmore's 1973 vintage represents a golden era for this Islay distillery, aged for 21 years and bottled in the 1990s when the distillery's character was at its most expressive. Expect the classic Bowmore profile of coastal peat tempered by honey and heather, with the depth that comes from three decades of maturation in oak. The texture is smooth and warming, with lingering smoke and maritime salt. This is a collector's piece that rewards patience and merits careful appreciation.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Bowmore 21 Year Old 1973 is a 21-year-old single malt from Bowmore (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 43% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — sherried, vanilla, honey, dried fruit. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Bowmore's 1973 vintage represents a golden era for this Islay distillery, aged for 21 years and bottled in the 1990s when the distillery's character was at its most expressive. Expect the classic Bowmore profile of coastal peat tempered by honey and heather, with the depth that comes from three decades of maturation in oak. The texture is smooth and warming, with lingering smoke and maritime salt. This is a collector's piece that rewards patience and merits careful appreciation.
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