Bowmore 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 15647) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
- Distillery
- Bowmore
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 51%
- Age
- 25 years
- Price
- £500
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Kippery, Leathery, Old Wood
- Description
- Bowmore's peaty signature runs deep in this 25-year-old single cask expression, bottled by Douglas Laing from a refill hogshead filled in June 1996. Meaty smoke, coastal brine, and sweet peat define the character, with only 194 bottles released.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Bowmore 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 15647) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is a 25-year-old single malt from Bowmore (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 51% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, oaky and peaty character — smokey, kippery, leathery, old wood. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Bowmore's peaty signature runs deep in this 25-year-old single cask expression, bottled by Douglas Laing from a refill hogshead filled in June 1996. Meaty smoke, coastal brine, and sweet peat define the character, with only 194 bottles released.
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