Bowmore Brings Line of Sherry Cask Whiskies To America
Bowmore Distillery, “the Grand Dame of Islay,” has announced that its Sherry Oak Cask Collection is coming to the US, comprising 12, 15, 18 and 21 Year-Old whiskies. This collection exists alongside the permanent collection of 12, 15, 18 and 25 Year-Old expressions. The 12 and 15-Year-Old expressions are available now, with the 18 and 21-Year-Old variants following in time for Valentine’s Day 2026.
“We’re excited to share this new collection with our fans in the US, where appreciation for barrel aging, and the whisky finesse they’ve come to expect, is at an all-time high,” said Simon Brooking, the US brand ambassador for all Suntory Global Scotch brands, including Bowmore. “The expressions brilliantly showcase the exceptional craft of Bowmore, under the leadership of Master Blender Dr. Calum Fraser, with four age statements that provide a master class in the use of sherry finishing in whisky production.”
Sherry cask maturation is a fixture for single malt scotch, providing a layer of sweetness. Finished first in Oloroso seasoned casks, followed by Pedro Ximenez, the whiskies have been crafted with intent to offer a distinct sipping experience. Rich with natural smoke and minerality alongside a woodier, sweeter and fruitier finish, the spirits exemplify expertise in creating flavor, only possible by Bowmore’s unique aging capabilities in its legendary No.1 Vaults, one of the world’s oldest maturation warehouses.
- Bowmore 12-Year-Old Sherry Oak Cask (SRP: $90, 40% abv) Matured for 12 years in European oak Oloroso sherry casks and American oak ex-bourbon barrels, finished in European oak Oloroso sherry seasoned casks.
- Bowmore 15-Year-Old Sherry Oak Cask (SRP: $160, 43% abv) Matured for 15 years in European oak Oloroso sherry casks and American oak ex-bourbon barrels, finished in European oak Oloroso sherry seasoned casks.
- Bowmore 18-Year-Old Sherry Oak Cask (SRP: $325, 43% abv) Aged for 18 years in American oak ex-bourbon barrels and European oak Oloroso sherry casks, finished in European oak Pedro Ximénez sherry seasoned casks.
- Bowmore 21-Year-Old Sherry Oak Cask (SRP: $450, 47% abv) Matured for 21 years in American oak ex-bourbon barrels and European oak Oloroso sherry casks, finished in first-fill European oak Pedro Ximénez Sherry seasoned casks.
