Rarity Defined 

The Bowmore 1965 Experience
The shore on Islay at sunrise

An experience decades in the making

Rarity Defined is a once-in-a-lifetime experience showcasing an exceptionally rare single malt whisky from Bowmore distillery. Distilled in 1965, during the most definitive decade in our 240 year history, our 52-year-old whisky sits at the heart of a memorable and enthralling experience, bringing to life the sheer magic which captures a moment in time.


 

Bowmore distillery at sunset
Wild, frothy seas breaking over black rock

An Immersive Islay Experience 

Curated exclusively to captivate you, the experience features a bespoke private dinner hosted by the makers behind Bowmore’s whisky making vision, an inspiring, immersive Islay experience celebrating the excellence which defines us and our island home, plus a behind the scenes tour of Bowmore distillery.

 

Bowmore 1965 

At the heart of this extraordinary experience is a captivating moment where you become the custodian of this outstanding whisky.

Amongst the most revered gems, Bowmore 1965 has a remarkable depth, 52 years in the making. Together with the curated experience, a truly extraordinary adventure awaits as we pay homage to this whisky’s incredible legacy. 
 

Bowmore 1965 bottle
Bowmore 1965 box detail with logo
The Machrie private dining for Bowmore Experience

The Rarity Defined Experience

The once-in-a-lifetime Rarity Defined experience includes:

  • Acquisition of the Bowmore 1965 (52-year-old).
  • Overnight stay in Glasgow at the Mar Hall Hotel.
  • Private dinner hosted by a member of the Bowmore whisky making team.
  • Transfers to Islay.
  • Overnight stay at the Bowmore Distillery Cottages.
  • Seafood lunch: locally sourced and prepared on site.
  • Fireside dinner at the Bridgend Hotel.
  • An exclusive distillery journey, guided behind closed doors.
  • Bespoke tasting of rare and exclusive Bowmore whiskies, including the legendary Bowmore 1965.
  • Rarity Defined is curated for two guests to share (£28,050.00).