Bowmore 18 Year Old 2001 (Release No.11715) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
- Distillery
- Bowmore
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 50.8%
- Age
- 18 years
- Price
- £294.95
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Medicinal, Oily, Citric, Dried Fruit
- Description
- Bottled at cask strength from a refill bourbon barrel, this 18-year-old Bowmore was distilled in 2001 and released by The Character of Islay Whisky Company. Two decades of maturation deepen Bowmore's signature peat and maritime character into a complex, well-integrated expression.
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Bowmore 18 Year Old 2001 (Release No.11715) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) is a 18-year-old single malt from Bowmore (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 50.8% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, intensely smoky and peaty character — smokey, medicinal, oily, citric. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Bottled at cask strength from a refill bourbon barrel, this 18-year-old Bowmore was distilled in 2001 and released by The Character of Islay Whisky Company. Two decades of maturation deepen Bowmore's signature peat and maritime character into a complex, well-integrated expression.
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