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Bowmore Vault Edition First Release, Ex-Bourbon Cask, Batch First Release, 2016, 51.5%
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Bowmore Vault Edition First Release, Ex-Bourbon Cask, Batch First Release, 2016, 51.5%

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TypeSingle Malt Whisky
MRI
MRI 14
Average Score
Avg 88
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Description

The Bowmore Vault Edition First Release, also known as Atlantic Sea Salt, is the inaugural expression in a four-part limited series from Bowmore. This release focuses on the distinctive maritime character and sea salt tang of Bowmore whisky, influenced by maturation in the legendary No.1 Vaults, the oldest maturation warehouse in Scotland. It is bottled at cask strength and is non-chill filtered, showcasing a balance of peat, fruit, and coastal notes.

Change+29.6%
LatestSGD 154
HighSGD 214
LowSGD 78
SGD 230SGD 174SGD 118SGD 62Price (SGD)Observed dateAug 10Sep 22Apr 1Sep 20Aug 10 - SGD 119 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Aug 10, 2025Aug 10 - SGD 119 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Aug 10, 2025Aug 10 - SGD 119 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Aug 10, 2025Aug 10 - SGD 129 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Aug 10, 2025Aug 10 - SGD 129 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Aug 10, 2025Aug 10 - SGD 129 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Aug 10, 2025Aug 10 - SGD 129 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Aug 10, 2025Sep 8 - SGD 130 - Whisky Auctioneer - Sep 8, 2025Sep 14 - SGD 130 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Sep 14, 2025Sep 14 - SGD 120 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Sep 14, 2025Sep 22 - SGD 121 - Just Whisky Auctions - Sep 22, 2025Sep 28 - SGD 214 - Australian Whisky Auctions - Sep 28, 2025Nov 1 - SGD 78 - European Whisky Auctions - Nov 1, 2025Nov 3 - SGD 158 - Whisky Auctioneer - Nov 3, 2025Nov 9 - SGD 118 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Nov 9, 2025Nov 9 - SGD 118 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Nov 9, 2025Nov 17 - SGD 109 - Just Whisky Auctions - Nov 17, 2025Nov 18 - SGD 108 - Whisky.Auction - Nov 18, 2025Feb 9 - SGD 90 - Whisky Auctioneer - Feb 9, 2026Mar 9 - SGD 118 - Whisky Auctioneer - Mar 9, 2026Mar 9 - SGD 108 - Whisky Auctioneer - Mar 9, 2026Apr 1 - SGD 103 - European Whisky Auctions - Apr 1, 2026Apr 12 - SGD 108 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Apr 12, 2026Apr 12 - SGD 108 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Apr 12, 2026May 4 - SGD 80 - Whisky Auctioneer - May 4, 2026May 10 - SGD 119 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - May 10, 2026Jun 14 - SGD 119 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Jun 14, 2026Jun 14 - SGD 119 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Jun 14, 2026Aug 9 - SGD 119 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Aug 9, 2026Sep 7 - SGD 81 - Whisky Auctioneer - Sep 7, 2026Sep 7 - SGD 79 - Whisky Auctioneer - Sep 7, 2026Sep 20 - SGD 154 - Unicorn Auctions - Sep 20, 2026

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Unicorn AuctionsAuction Sold Price - Sep 20, 2026SGD 154.38
Whisky AuctioneerAuction Sold Price - Sep 7, 2026SGD 80.78
Whisky AuctioneerAuction Sold Price - Sep 7, 2026SGD 78.81

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PanecoVerified Retail Listing - Updated Oct 6, 2026SGD 252.95
Must Have MaltsVerified Retail Listing - Updated Oct 6, 2026SGD 122.48
Cask type
Ex-Bourbon Cask
Bottling
Official Bottling
Peated
Peated
Single cask
No
Non-chill filtered
Yes
Cask origin
N.A
Cask no.
N.A
Batch
First Release
PPM
35
Barley
Scottish malted barley
Fermentation
N.A
Master distiller (bottling)
N.A
Master distiller (distillation)
N.A
Limited edition
Yes
Bottle count
N.A
Has box
Yes
Closure
Cork
Presentation
Box
Series highlights
First of a four-part series from Bowmore's Vault Editions named Atlantic Sea Salt, exploring the characteristics of Bowmore whisky matured in the No.1 Vaults.
Historical context
N.A
Special release
First Release of a series focusing on Atlantic Sea Salt
Allocation
N.A
Nose
Creamy, maritime, and fruity with clean smoke, vanilla, honey, green apple, citrus (orange, lemon), and a hint of sea salt. Some sources note a gentle peat or tar, while others find it subtle or absent initially.
Palate
Creamy, with prominent salted caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, and tropical fruits like mango and papaya. A firm, ashy, and sometimes acrid smoke is present, along with iodine and a peppery kick.
Finish
Medium to long, with lingering ash, smoke, tar, brine, and tropical fruit notes. Some detect a touch of lavender, licorice, or grapefruit.
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