Bowmore

Bowmore Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 12Y 70cl

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Format: 70 cl

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Producer Bowmore
Type Whisky
Aromatic profile Peaty, smoky, marine notes and vanilla
Ingredients Malted barley, water, yeast
Format 70 cl
Gradation 40.0%
Type of cask Ex-sherry and bourbon oak casks
Aging 12 years
Distillation method Distillation in copper stills
Number of distillations 2
Filtration Cold filtration
Color Light amber
Consumption Neat, with water or ice
The Bowmore Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 12 Years is a precious gem originating from the famous island of Islay, in Scotland, known for its peaty and intense whiskies. This whisky is characterized by a refined balance between its enticing smokiness and sweet, fruity notes, making it a unique specimen of its kind.

Distillation occurs using traditional methods, employing copper stills and aging the distillate in carefully selected oak barrels, which contributes to the development of the complexity of aromas and flavors that distinguish it. After 12 years of maturation, the Bowmore 12Y offers fascinating aromas of dark chocolate, dried fruit, and a light peaty aftertaste, perfectly integrated.

On the palate, the whisky displays a rich palette of flavors, ranging from chestnut honey to vanilla, with touches of lemon and other citrus fruits that blend beautifully with the light, persistent peat. The finish is long and warm, with an echo of sweet spices and peat smoke that invites another sip.

Perfect to be enjoyed neat, or with a small addition of water to enhance its multiple layers of aromas and flavors, the Bowmore Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 12Y is a must for lovers of peaty whiskies and offers an elegant yet powerful tasting experience that reflects the authentic essence of Islay.
Distillery

Bowmore

Distillery

Discover the spirits, production style and story of Bowmore.

Bowmore is a historic distillery on the island of Islay (Scotland) known for its Islay single malts: it produces whiskies balanced between peat smoke, fruity notes and maritime influence, matured in a selection of casks including ex-bourbon and sherry.
whisky single malt scotch Islay single malt peated whisky aged whisky
Country United Kingdom
Region Scotland
Founded 1779

Distillation

Traditional distillation in copper pot stills: two wash stills and two spirit stills according to available information.

Ageing

Aging in selected casks (commonly ex-bourbon and sherry casks; occasionally other types like claret for special editions) with maturation in on‑island warehouses that contribute to the final profile.

Raw materials

barley (barley malt) water peat (for peated malt)

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