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Bowmore Distillery

Bowmore, Islay, United Kingdom

Production notes

Founded year: 1779

Stills: 4

Seasonal notes: Distillery not in production for remainder of 2026 while visitor centre remains open

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“Established in 1779, Bowmore is Islay's first distillery, crafting a collection of perfectly balanced single malt whiskies which defy expectations.”
Source: Producer websiteView source ↗Retrieved July 19, 2026Verified