Bowmore 17 Years Old 2004

'A Flamboyant Extravaganza!' An outstanding single cask release from the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, this 17-year-old Bowmore perfectly showcases the distillery's distinctive balance of elegant peat smoke and tropical fruit. Distilled on 16 February 2004, it was matured for 17 years in a second-fill ex-Bourbon hogshead before being bottled at a natural cask strength of 57.3% ABV. Yielding just 251 bottles, Cask No. 3.323 is a classic example of modern independently bottled Bowmore, where the restrained influence of a second-fill Bourbon cask allows the spirit's character to take centre stage. Expect a harmonious combination of gentle coastal smoke, ripe tropical fruits, citrus zest, creamy vanilla and soft oak spice, all underpinned by the subtle maritime salinity for which Bowmore is renowned. Bottled by the Scotch Malt Whisky Society under the evocative title "A Flamboyant Extravaganza!", this limited release is an excellent example of Bowmore's refined and elegant style. With its limited outturn and cask strength presentation, it is a desirable bottle for both collectors and enthusiasts seeking a distinctive Islay single malt