Founded in 1779 on the shores of Loch Indaal, Bowmore is one of the oldest distilleries on Islay and a cornerstone of the island’s whisky heritage. Known for its distinctive balance of gentle peat smoke and coastal character, Bowmore produces single malts that combine maritime salinity, soft smoke, citrus, and honeyed sweetness. A significant part of Bowmore’s identity comes from its traditional floor maltings and the legendary No.1 Vaults—one of Scotland’s oldest maturation warehouses, situated below sea level on the edge of the loch. The distillery’s whiskies are celebrated for their elegance and balance, offering a more nuanced style of Islay peat while still expressing the island’s unmistakable coastal influence.
Bowmore 18 Year Old
43% abv
Bowmore 18 Year Old stands as one of the distillery’s most refined expressions, showcasing the harmony that comes from nearly two decades of patient coastal maturation. Aged in a combination of Oloroso and bourbon casks, it delivers the signature Bowmore balance of gentle Islay smoke, polished oak, and deep, layered fruit. The result is a whisky that feels both timeless and indulgent—rich, elegant, and shaped by the maritime character that has defined Bowmore since 1779.
On the palate, Bowmore 18 reveals luxurious notes of dark chocolate, treacle, dried fruits, and warm winter spices, wrapped in a soft, refined smokiness. Its texture is velvety and composed, unfolding slowly into a long, lingering finish of caramel, peat embers, and a touch of sea salt. This is a whisky crafted for savouring—complex yet approachable, indulgent yet balanced—making it a standout choice for both seasoned Islay lovers and those seeking a truly memorable single malt.
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Bowmore | Duty Paid | Europe | Islay | Malt | Malted Barley | Scotch Whisky | Scotland | Whisky£125.00inclusive of Duty and VAT
Limited stock, only 2 remaining
- Reference #:
- 1559
- Strength
- 43 ABV
- Bottles per Case
- 6 bottles
- Grapes
- Malted Barley
- Organic
- No
- Biodynamic
- No
- Vegan
- No
- Vegetarian
- No
- Sparkling
- No
What do I pay for delivery?
Orders under £150 are charged an initial £9.95 incl. VAT.
Northern Ireland, Isle of Man, Isles of Scilly.
Orders under £190 are charged an initial £12.00 incl.
All stock bought from Bond will be charged at delivery cost as quoted by the bond. As this varies dependent on the location of the wines and ultimate destination this will be quoted to you at the point of billing for VAT and duty.
And can we change order.
Deliveries are normally between 09.00 and 17.00 Tuesday to Friday and a signature is required on receipt of delivery. (We do not ship on a Friday for Monday delivery unless specifically requested to do so).
A shipping confirmation email will be sent when your order has been processed and shipped. You will be sent a further email and/or text with a delivery time slot and a consignment number along with instructions on how to amend this if required.
If you are out a card is left, with an instruction to call the local depot to re-arrange delivery. Alternatively, you can inform us to “leave safe”, “leave with a neighbour”, “leave in garage” etc. and we will pass this information onto the courier. Please remember that, in accordance with our Terms & Conditions, alcohol will only be left with persons over 18 Years Old.
A shipping confirmation email will be sent when your order has been processed and shipped. You will be sent a text with a delivery time slot and a consignment number along with instructions on how to amend this if required.
We use Mailsafe packaging and double walled cardboard boxes for secure shipping of all bottles. Clear labelling marked FRAGILE is applied and all our despatches.
UK mainland deliveries are overnight from confirmation of despatch with the exception of the following postcodes where deliveries are made on a 2 to 5 day service from despatch :
IV 3 to 11, IV14 to 28, IV 40 & IV 51 to 54, IV 63. KW 1 to 3 & KW 5 to 14. PH 33 to 41
This Producer
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Bowmore 15 Year Old
Delicious dark chocolate, sun-dried fruits, Islay smoke.
£71.00Vol (70cl)Incl. Tax & Duty -
Bowmore 18 Year Old Sherry Oak Cask
Imense depth and complexity…
£155.00Vol (70cl)Incl. Tax & Duty -
Bowmore 12 Year Old
Puffs of peat smoke and pools of honey, sharpened by lemon zest.
£39.50Vol (70cl)Incl. Tax & Duty
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