A.D. Rattray·Cask CollectionBowmore

An independent bottling of Bowmore single malt, this 18-year-old whisky was distilled in 1996 and released in 2014 from a single hogshead. It was bottled at natural cask strength of 59.1% ABV, so it is likely to show concentrated flavour and a more powerful texture than standard bottlings.

Bowmore is an Islay distillery, and its whisky is widely associated with a balance of peat smoke and coastal character rather than the most extreme smoke levels. As a single-cask release, this bottle may show an individual twist while still reflecting that classic island style.