This bottle is a precious old bottle released in the early 1980s by Bowmore Distillery, known as the Queen of Islay Malt, under the umbrella of Morrison's Bowmore Distillery Ltd. Set apart from current products, this is a masterpiece that embodies the essence of the golden age of Islay malt.
The bottle is made of heavy, dark brown glass, reflecting the care taken at the time to preserve the quality of the contents. The label is a lustrous gold base with a dignified black border. The traditional Bowmore crest is featured in the center, with the words "MORRISON'S BOWMORE DISTILLERY Ltd" below, indicating the owner and bottling at the time. The volume is 1,000ml (1 liter) and the alcohol content is 43%, reflecting the old standards and the international market at the time.
Compared to current releases, this 1980s Bowmore 12 Year Old boasts a deeper maturity typical of older bottles, as well as a stronger resemblance to the distinctive sweet peaty aromas of Bowmore from that time. The aroma combines the gentle salty notes and smoke typical of Islay malt with mature tropical fruit and honeyed sweetness, creating a highly complex and alluring aroma. The palate is round and smooth, with rich malt notes reminiscent of bitter chocolate and cocoa, along with creamy vanilla and a lingering, elegant smokiness.
This bottle is not just an old whisky, but a precious relic from a time when Bowmore's whisky was of exceptional quality, before it took the world by storm as the "Queen of Islay Malt." It's a supreme bottle that offers a special tasting experience. As this is an old bottle, there may be signs of a drop in the liquid level and changes in the label over time. Please check the condition and only consider purchasing if you understand these changes.
Product name: Bowmore 12 years
Type: Single malt whiskey
Age: 12 years (or more)
Capacity: 1,000ml
Alcohol content: 43%
Distillation period: Before the 1970s
Distribution period: Early 1980s onwards
Release price at the time: Approximately 20,000 yen
Special note: The amount of whiskey that evaporates is very small, and the surface of the whiskey reaches above the cap seal, making it impossible to visually check the remaining amount.
Note 1 : We carefully select our products, but because this product was manufactured many years ago, it may not retain its original quality. Therefore, even if you are not satisfied with the quality, we cannot accept returns or refunds after purchase. We apologize for the inconvenience, but please be aware of this before purchasing.
Note 2 : Even if an old bottle of whiskey is unopened, the volume may have gradually evaporated over the years and decreased. Our store uses the shoulder line of the bottle as a criterion and only carefully selects products that we deem suitable for sale.
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*Drinking alcohol under the age of 20 is prohibited by law. *We do not sell alcohol to anyone under the age of 20.
