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About Bowmore
Founder: | David Simson |
Year Founded: | 1779 |
Distillery Location: | Bowmore, Islay, Argyllshire, Scotland |
Master Distiller / Blender: | Eddie McAffer, distillery manager |
Bowmore Essential Facts
- While the distillery has a long history, the origins of the name Bowmore are unknown.
- In 1991, one of the brand’s warehouses was turned into a community swimming pool, which is heated with the distillery’s recycled hot water.
- A rare bottle of 1850 Bowmore became the most expensive Scotch in the world when it sold at auction for £29,400 pounds in September 2007.
How You Should Drink Bowmore
- Straight
- On the rocks
- With a bit of water
- With club soda