Bowmore 1989 20 Years Single Malt Whisky

Bowmore 1989 WF

Bowmore

Islay · United Kingdom

3.7
★★★½

6 ratings

Bottle Information

Brand
Bowmore
Age
20 years
ABV
51%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Bowmore
Distillation Year
1989
Bottling Year
2010
Cask Types
Bourbon Hogshead

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Recent history

Lowest Price:€301.80(2024-02-28)

Tasting Notes & Reviews

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1#1

Cheers mate, just had a nip of this. 🥃 Nose is lovely, hint of smoke and honey 🍯. Goes down smooth, warming like a cosy fire 🔥. Finish is long-ish, bit of oak maybe? Proper nice for a Sunday evening. Definitly recommend having a go.

2#2

Right, here’s my take on this dram – no names, just what I'm gettin'... 👃 Nose: stewed orchard fruits, a whiff of heather honey, and a soft waft of creamy vanilla custard. Bit of oak char lurking, too. 👅 Palate: ooh, that’s chewy toffee and baked apple straight off 🍏🍮. Then a wee prickle of cinnamon and nutmeg warms things up, with a ribbon of dark choclate running through. Mouthfeel is silky, almost juicy. ✨ Finish: gentle waft of woodsmoke, a touch of salted carmel, and the faintest whisper of dried orange peel lingers... really moreish. Not overly complex but damn comfy, like a wooly jumper by the fire 🔥. Sláinte!

3#3

Right then, just had a proper dram. Wow. Nose is all smoooth vanilla and warm honey 🍯. Tastes like a hug, honestly. This toffee, creamy sorta thing... and maybe a hint of dried fruit? So rich. Then you get this gentle smokiness 🔥, not too much, just a lovely warmth at the back. Really coats the mouth, in a good way. Finishes with some woody spice and a bit of citrus peel. So good. Proper winter warmer. 🥃🌿

4#4

Alright, just had a sip and it's got a lovely smoky aroma, kinda like a campfire. Taste-wise, there's hints of vanilla and honey, with a touch of spice. Really smooth and warming! 🥃😊

5#5

Ahh, gettin' some warm, kinda spicy wood notes first... like a cozy fireplace in autumn. 🥃 Then there's a sweet bit - maybe toffee or dark honey? Lingers nicely. Hmm, a bit of fruitiness in there too... dried apples or sultanas? Quite pleasant, init. The finish is kinda long, with this gentle warmth. No harsh burn, just smooth sailing. 👍 Definitely a sippin' whisky, that. Would pair well with a good book and a quiet evening.

6#6

Right, so this whisky's got a lovely smoky vibe, with hints of peat and a bit of sweetness. 😊 Quite smooth on the palate, like, with caramel and vanilla notes – really cracking stuff! 👌 Sometimes it feels a bit spicy, but overall, top notch. 🥃 Love it, mate!

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