Bowmore 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 2690) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
- Distillery
- Bowmore
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 48.4%
- Age
- 24 years
- Price
- £289.95
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Old Wood, Leathery, Toasted, Sherried
- Description
- 24 years spent aging, Bowmore 24 Year Old 1997 now stands at 48.4% ABV. That's £289.95 for a dram tagged 'Smokey' and 'Sherried'. Might be overreaching, but it could be worth a sip. 'Old Wood' and 'Toasted' notes round it off.
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Bowmore 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 2690) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is a 24-year-old single malt from Bowmore (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 48.4% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, oaky and fruity character — smokey, old wood, leathery, toasted. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
24 years spent aging, Bowmore 24 Year Old 1997 now stands at 48.4% ABV. That's £289.95 for a dram tagged 'Smokey' and 'Sherried'. Might be overreaching, but it could be worth a sip. 'Old Wood' and 'Toasted' notes round it off.
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