Volume: 0.7 liters | Alcohol content: 46.9% | Not chill-filtered | With coloring
Bowmore 1969/2021 - 50 Years
Special features: This extraordinary single malt whisky was distilled in 1969 and matured for over five decades in a combination of American oak barrels and Spanish oak barrels that previously contained Oloroso sherry. The bottling took place in 2021 at cask strength, with the whisky neither chill-filtered nor colored. With only 339 bottles filled, this 50-year-old Bowmore is a true rarity and a masterpiece of distilling art.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: A bouquet of freesias, dried geraniums, and lily of the valley, accompanied by aromas of Chablis, citrus fruits, and gooseberries, followed by sweet notes of acacia honey.
Palate: Initially dry and floral with notes of cloves that develop into sweeter aromas of lemon meringue, roasted almonds, and light caramel cream.
Finish: Slightly sweet and warm with subtle floral notes and malty aromas.
Distillery/Bottler: The Bowmore Distillery, founded in 1779, is one of the oldest still-active distilleries in Scotland and is located on the idyllic Isle of Islay. It is known for its masterful combination of peat smoke and maritime aromas, which give its whiskies a distinctive depth.
Product details:
Manufacturer: Bowmore Distillery
Bottler: Original bottling
Age: 50 years
Cask types: American oak barrels, Spanish oak barrels (formerly Oloroso sherry)
Packaging: Luxurious presentation box, designed by master craftsman John Galvin
The alcohol content is 46.9%. This bottling was released in cask strength in 2021 and is not chill-filtered.
What is the volume of the Bowmore 1969?
The volume is 0.7 liters. The bottling is limited to only 339 numbered copies.
How old is the Bowmore 1969?
The whisky has been aged for 50 years. It was distilled in 1969 and bottled in 2021.
What types of casks were used for the Bowmore 1969?
The maturation took place in a combination of American oak casks and Spanish oak casks that previously held Oloroso sherry. This cask selection influenced the whisky's fifty-year aging.
What packaging does the Bowmore 1969 come in?
The whisky is delivered in a luxurious presentation box designed by John Galvin. The original bottling comes from the Bowmore Distillery on Islay.