Name: Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013
Brand: Bowmore
Price: 1200.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 taste like?

Accepted Answer

Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 is characterised by Smokey, Sherried, Dried Fruit, Old Wood, Leathery notes. Bowmore's 1988 vintage matured in a first-fill bourbon cask for 24 years, bottled at 51% ABV for Fèis Ìle 2013. This Islay malt balances peat smoke with the vanilla and honey notes characteristic of bourbon maturation.

Question 2

Is Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 80/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 sweet?

Accepted Answer

Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 has some sweetness (55/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke and high ABV (51%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 costs £1200 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 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 51% ABV, Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 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 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013?

Accepted Answer

Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 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 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 — 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 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013?

Accepted Answer

Serve Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 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 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 similar to Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 and Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition costs £1200 vs £1200 for Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013.

Question 11

Is Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 similar to Hibiki 21 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 and Hibiki 21 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Dried Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Hibiki 21 Year Old costs £750 vs £1200 for Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013.

Question 12

How does Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 compare to Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve?

Accepted Answer

Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 and Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 is bold and smoky, while Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is known for Malt Extract, Honey, Vanilla notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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