Bowmore ARC‑54 – 54 Year Old Iconic Islay Whiskey
Bowmore ARC‑54 is a unique 54-year-old single malt from Islay, created in collaboration with Aston Martin and bottled in extremely limited quantities. Distilled in November 1968 and matured in No1 Vaults with a careful blend of second-fill European sherry casks (61.8%) and third-fill American bourbon hogsheads (38.2%), blended and finished for 15 months. The result is a deep, complex and rich whisky – a monumental tribute to time and craftsmanship.
Specifications:
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Distillery: Bowmore, Islay
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Collaboration: Aston Martin
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Distillation: November 1968
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Age: 54 years (bottled 2023/2024)
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Barrel wood: 61.8% second-fill European sherry butt + 38.2% third-fill American bourbon hogshead
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Post-storage: 15 months
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Alcohol strength: 44.3% ABV
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Bottle size: 70 cl
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Limited edition: Only 130 hand-blown decanters globally.
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Design: Hand-blown carafe inspired by the Aston Martin Valkyrie – magnetic lock and aerodynamic shape
Aroma:
Sweet, syrupy vanilla meets soft butterscotch and buttery cookies, followed by tropical mangoes, ripe peaches, orange zest, toasted oak notes, candied walnuts and a touch of fresh eucalyptus leaves.
Taste:
Rich fruity acidity with green apple, bergamot and lime, lovely depth with salted caramel, delicate floral undertones and warm spices like ginger and cinnamon. A light whisper of Islay smoke ties it all together.
Finish:
Intense, long and silky – characterized by sweet herbs, peated smoke aromas and an almost meditative balance between complexity and calm.