Living Souls
Living Souls - 7 yo Bowmore Batch # 2
Living Souls - 7 yo Bowmore Batch # 2
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Living Souls – 7 Year Old Bowmore Batch #2 Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Batch #2 | Islay Single Malt | 2nd Fill Bourbon Barrels | 55.0% ABV
Young Islay whisky can be bold. Great young Islay whisky reveals character beyond its years.
This exceptional 7-year-old Bowmore single malt from Living Souls’ Batch #2 release showcases a vibrant and expressive side of one of Islay’s most iconic distilleries. Matured in 2nd fill bourbon barrels, this bottling balances coastal freshness, elegant peat, and bright sweetness while allowing Bowmore’s unmistakable maritime character to shine.
Rather than overwhelming smoke, this whisky offers a more nuanced portrait of Islay, evocative of the island’s rugged coastline at dusk, where Atlantic sea spray lingers in the air and peat smoke drifts softly across the dunes.
On the nose and palate, bright citrus zest and vanilla pod sweetness intertwine with notes of salted caramel, honey, and weathered driftwood, creating a whisky that is at once youthful, energetic, and surprisingly layered. A lingering thread of gentle bonfire smoke carries through the finish, offering a beautifully balanced reminder of Bowmore’s coastal roots.
Bottled at a commanding 55.0% ABV, this release delivers intensity without sacrificing elegance, making it ideal for Islay enthusiasts seeking something vibrant, distinctive, and unmistakably coastal.
Whether enjoyed neat, explored with a few drops of water, or added to an Islay collection, this bottle offers a compelling glimpse into the spirit of young Bowmore through the lens of Living Souls.
Whisky Details
Distillery: Bowmore
Region: Islay
Bottler: Living Souls
Age: 7 Years Old
Cask Type: 2nd Fill Bourbon Barrels
ABV: 55.0%
Style: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Bottle Size: 700ml
Tasting Notes
Nose: Atlantic sea spray, peat smoke, bright citrus, vanilla pods, and coastal minerality.
Palate: Salted caramel, honey, vanilla cream, citrus zest, dried driftwood, and soft maritime peat.
Finish: Lingering bonfire smoke, gentle salinity, warming spice, and fading coastal sweetness.
About Living Souls
Living Souls believes some of the most remarkable whiskies are those that wander off the beaten track. Their aim is to uncover these hidden gems, add their own touch and bring their stories to life through a world of small batch spirit masterpieces.
Additional Information
✓ Natural Color
✓ Non-Chill Filtered
Why We Love It
✓ Bowmore single malt from Islay
✓ Matured in 2nd fill bourbon barrels for coastal clarity and balance
✓ Bottled at a bold 55.0% ABV
✓ Captures a different side of young Islay whisky
✓ Natural color & non-chill filtered
✓ Limited Batch #2 release
A coastal, smoky, and beautifully expressive young Bowmore that captures Islay at dusk in every sip.
Brand Tasting Notes: This is Batch # 2 of our exceptional 7-year-old Bowmore Islay single malt, matured in 2nd fill bourbon barrels. It transports you to Islay's rugged coastline at dusk, where Atlantic sea spray hangs in the air and peat smoke drifts across the dunes. The palate brings bright citrus, vanilla pods and dried driftwood, layered with hints of salted caramel and honey. A wisp of bonfire smoke carries through the finish, capturing a different side of the island in every sip.
About Bowmore Distillery
Bowmore Distillery – Tradition at the Water’s Edge
Few distilleries on Islay balance history, beauty, and hands-on whisky making quite like Bowmore. Sitting on the shores of Loch Indaal in the heart of Bowmore village, the distillery has been producing whisky since 1779 and feels deeply woven into the rhythm of island life. The sea is never far away here, you smell it in the air, see it from the warehouses, and taste its influence in the whisky itself.
While Bowmore was not founded by the Morrison family, they played a major role in shaping the distillery’s modern reputation. The family’s company, Stanley P. Morrison Ltd., acquired Bowmore in the 1960s and helped elevate it into one of the world’s most recognized Islay single malts. Today, Bowmore is owned by Beam Suntory (now Suntory Global Spirits), though thankfully much of the distillery’s traditional character remains firmly intact.
What makes a visit to Bowmore especially memorable is that so much of the traditional process is still visible and alive. Bowmore remains one of the few Scotch distilleries to maintain its own working malting floors, and getting to walk through them is a genuine highlight. Getting the opportunity to try the traditional malt tools yourself gives a real appreciation for the labor and craftsmanship behind every bottle. It is the kind of tactile, immersive experience that many modern distilleries simply cannot offer anymore.
The distillery itself strikes a wonderful balance between old-world character and polished hospitality. The warehouse tours carry all the classic Islay atmosphere: cool stone walls, damp sea air, peat smoke, and rows of quietly maturing casks. A particular highlight is the legendary No. 1 Vaults, Bowmore’s famous below-sea-level warehouse and one of the oldest maturation warehouses in Scotland. The cool, damp conditions create an unforgettable setting for a warehouse tasting, surrounded by aging casks while enjoying Bowmore whisky just steps from the sea. Yet despite its global reputation, Bowmore never feels overly staged or corporate. There is still a warmth and authenticity to the experience, helped along by the friendly Islay banter that inevitably develops during a tasting.
One of the standout moments of any visit is spending time in the bar overlooking Loch Indaal. The views are stunning and it's an easy place to linger over a dram longer than intended. The whisky selection is equally impressive, with distillery exclusives, older expressions, and hard-to-find bottlings often available to try.
Stylistically, Bowmore occupies a fascinating middle ground within Islay whisky. The peat is unmistakably present, but often more elegant and restrained than some of its southern Islay neighbors. Coastal smoke, maritime salinity, citrus, honeyed malt, and tropical fruit notes all play a role in the distillery’s character, giving Bowmore a versatility that appeals to both seasoned peat lovers and those newer to Islay whisky.
A visit to Bowmore is not just about touring another famous Scotch distillery. It feels like stepping directly into the living traditions of Islay whisky making.
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