Bowmore 1982 21 year old Islay Single Malt Whisky 58,7% – Duncan Taylor Single Cask

Bowmore 1982 21 year old Islay Single Malt Whisky is a rare and exclusive bottling from the famous Bowmore Distillery on the Scottish island of Islay. Selected and bottled by independent bottler Duncan Taylor, this whisky comes from a single cask, making it a true collector’s bottle for whisky enthusiasts.

The whisky was distilled in October 1982 and then matured for a full 21 years before being bottled in April 2004. The long maturation has given the whisky an impressive complexity and depth. As a single cask bottling, each bottle is a unique expression of the cask character and the distillery’s classic Islay style.

Bowmore is known for its elegant balance of smoke, fruit and maritime notes. This bottling is bottled at a natural cask strength of 58.7%, resulting in an intense and powerful flavor experience. The high strength accentuates the depth and complexity of the whisky and allows you to experience many layers of aroma and flavor.

Only 158 bottles have been produced from this cask, making this whisky an extremely rare release. It is a whisky that appeals to collectors and connoisseurs alike who want to experience a classic Bowmore in a rare single cask edition.

Tasting notes

The nose opens with elegant notes of dried fruit, honey and vanilla, accompanied by the characteristic light Islay smoke. There are also maritime nuances and a hint of citrus. The taste is rich and complex with notes of caramel, malt, dark fruit and spices. The smoke is elegantly integrated and balanced by a nice fruit sweetness. The finish is long, warm and deep with notes of oak, smoke and lightly salted sea air.

Bowmore – one of Islay’s oldest distilleries

Founded in 1779, Bowmore Distillery is one of the oldest distilleries on Islay. The distillery is located directly on the coast, giving the whisky its distinctive maritime character.

Bowmore is known for a style that combines smoke, fruit and elegance. Many of their whiskies are matured in the famous cellars below sea level, where the climate contributes to the unique character of the whisky. The combination of traditional craftsmanship, long maturation and Islay’s unique climate has made Bowmore one of the most respected names in Scotch whisky.

• Distillery: Bowmore Distillery
• Bottler: Duncan Taylor
• Country: Scotland
• Region: Islay
• Type: Single Malt Whisky
• Distilled: October 1982
• Bottled: April 2004
• Age: 21 years
• Cask number: 85002
• Number of bottles: 158
• Quantity: 70 cl
• alcohol content: 58,7%