Bowmore

Bowmore 30 Year Old, Bourbon & Sherry Cask, 2020, 45.1%

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TypeSingle Malt Whisky
MRI
MRI 34
Average Score
Avg 94
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Description

This annual release 30-year-old was introduced in 2020 and was the first age statement of its kind to feature in the Bowmore core range since the sought-after "Sea Dragon" decanters of the 1990s. Distilled in 1989, this rare single malt whisky has been carefully nurtured for three decades in Bowmore's finest Sherry hogsheads and Bourbon barrels. Bottled at a cask strength of 45.3% ABV, this 30-Year-Old is a celebration of Bowmore's rich fruity and subtly smoky style. Only 2,580 bottles were available globally for the 2020 release. The bottle and box take cues from the detailed markings on driftwood and the refined polish of sea glass, reflecting its eternal connection with Islay.

Change-17.1%
LatestSGD 1,387
HighSGD 3,165
LowSGD 1,241
SGD 3,396SGD 2,601SGD 1,805SGD 1,010Price (SGD)Observed dateAug 4Dec 1Feb 9Aug 9Aug 4 - SGD 1,672 - Whisky Auctioneer - Aug 4, 2025Oct 6 - SGD 1,548 - Whisky Auctioneer - Oct 6, 2025Oct 6 - SGD 1,498 - Whisky Auctioneer - Oct 6, 2025Oct 6 - SGD 1,448 - Whisky Auctioneer - Oct 6, 2025Oct 6 - SGD 1,448 - Whisky Auctioneer - Oct 6, 2025Oct 6 - SGD 1,448 - Whisky Auctioneer - Oct 6, 2025Oct 12 - SGD 1,982 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Oct 12, 2025Nov 11 - SGD 2,090 - Alcovault Auctions - Nov 11, 2025Dec 1 - SGD 1,530 - Whisky Auctioneer - Dec 1, 2025Dec 7 - SGD 1,590 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Dec 7, 2025Dec 7 - SGD 1,491 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Dec 7, 2025Dec 16 - SGD 2,290 - Whisky.Auction - Dec 16, 2025Jan 11 - SGD 1,390 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Jan 11, 2026Jan 19 - SGD 1,388 - Just Whisky Auctions - Jan 19, 2026Feb 8 - SGD 1,492 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Feb 8, 2026Feb 9 - SGD 1,494 - Whisky Auctioneer - Feb 9, 2026Apr 6 - SGD 1,417 - Whisky Auctioneer - Apr 6, 2026May 4 - SGD 1,441 - Whisky Auctioneer - May 4, 2026May 4 - SGD 1,242 - Whisky Auctioneer - May 4, 2026Jun 8 - SGD 1,681 - Whisky Auctioneer - Jun 8, 2026Jun 8 - SGD 3,165 - Whisky Auctioneer - Jun 8, 2026Jul 6 - SGD 1,241 - Whisky Auctioneer - Jul 6, 2026Jul 20 - SGD 2,348 - Just Whisky Auctions - Jul 20, 2026Aug 9 - SGD 1,387 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Aug 9, 2026

Recently Sold

Listed value is based on sold auction prices and inclusive of auction fees (not including tax and shipping).

Scotch Whisky AuctionsAuction Sold Price - Aug 9, 2026SGD 1,386.80
Just Whisky AuctionsAuction Sold Price - Jul 20, 2026SGD 2,347.75
Whisky AuctioneerAuction Sold Price - Jul 6, 2026SGD 1,240.65

Listed For Sale

Listed price is based on available stock selling price from verified retail stores (not including tax and shipping).

Versus WineVerified Retail Listing - Updated Oct 6, 2026SGD 4,627.20
The Whisky WorldVerified Retail Listing - Updated Oct 6, 2026SGD 2,032.32
Must Have MaltsVerified Retail Listing - Updated Oct 6, 2026SGD 3,840.50
Region
Islay
Age
30 Years
Vintage
1989
Bottled
2020
ABV
45.3%
Volume
70cl
Distillery
Bowmore
Origin
Scotland
Cask type
Sherry & Bourbon Cask
Bottling
Official Bottling
Peated
Peated
Single cask
No
Non-chill filtered
Yes
Cask origin
N.A
Cask no.
N.A
Batch
2
PPM
N.A
Barley
N.A
Fermentation
N.A
Master distiller (bottling)
David Turner (Distillery Manager), Ron Welsh (Master Blender)
Master distiller (distillation)
N.A
Limited edition
Yes
Bottle count
2580
Has box
Yes
Closure
cork
Presentation
wooden box
Series highlights
First annual release 30 Year Old; part of an ongoing annual series.
Historical context
Distilled in 1989, a period during which the Scotch whisky industry was struggling.
Special release
Annual Release, Limited Edition
Allocation
N.A
Nose
Heather honey, bananas and peaches, with pineapple, vanilla and butterscotch.
Palate
Tropical fruits with honey sweetness, subtle peat smoke and hints of eucalyptus.
Finish
Mouth warming, with ripe fruits lingering on the tongue.
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