Bowmore Vintage Collection 1988 15 Years Single Malt Whisky

Bowmore 1988 SV

Bowmore

Islay · United Kingdom

2.9
★★½

7 ratings

Bottle Information

Brand
Bowmore
Age
15 years
ABV
43%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Bowmore
Distillation Year
15.12.1988
Bottling Year
25.02.2004
Cask Types
Oak Casks

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Lowest Price:€41.00(2024-02-28)

Tasting Notes & Reviews

Expert analysis and tasting impressions

1#1

Right, poured myself a wee dram earlier. 🥃 Nose is lovly, proper sweet. Vanilla and maybe some pear? 🍐 On the palate it's warm, bit of oak and honey. 🍯 Finish lingers nicely... smoky touch but gentle. Feels like sitting by the fire on a rainy day. 🔥 Proper nice stuff, would pour another. 👍

2#2

This one’s a right cracker, mate. 🥃 👃 Nose is like standing by a beach bonfire—sea salt, smouldering peat, and a drizzle of heather honey. Then there’s stewed apple and a whiff of underripe pear, almost dusty oak in the back. Sip it and blimey… toffee and dark choc hit first, then a wave of nutmeg and ginger warmth. Definitely get a sweet, malty core with a faint sherried tang, like old fruitcake. 🍯🍫 Finish lingers for ages—smokey, a bit peppery, with salted caramel and a dry, woody hug. Proper dram, innit.

3#3

Just had a dram of this whisky, quite nice! 🌿 The heather flavour hits you straight away, with a subtle smokiness that lingers. There's a bit of vanilla sweetness and a touch of citrus, making it really refreshing. 🍊 It's smooth going down, aye, and finishes with a warm, cozy feeling. Really enjoyed it, perfect for a rainy afternoon. 👍

4#4

Oh, that first sip hits just right, kinda smoky with a touch of honey. Makes me think of autumn walks by the fireplace. 😌 But then, oh, there's this fruity zing, like ripe apples or somethin'. Quite pleasant, realy. 🍏 The finish lingers, warm and cozy, leaves you feelin' all content. Perfect for a chill evening. 🥃

5#5

Oh mate, this one's got a right lovely vanilla hit on the nose, a bit o' smoke too. 🥃 Tastes kinda fruity, like apples or sumpin', with a touch of peat. The finish is warm and lasts ages. 😊 Blimey, it's proper smooth goin' down.

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