The perfect whisky to pair with a perfect Aston Martin.
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Bowmore Masters’ Selection is the first single malt whisky to be made by Bowmore Islay Single Malt Scotch whisky in collaboration with Aston Martin. Imagined and defined by two Masters; Bowmore Master whisky Blender Ron Welsh and Aston Martin Executive Vice President and Chief Creative Officer Marek Reichman, Bowmore Masters’ Selection bridges two distinct worlds in a powerful, yet inspiring way.
Marek Reichman, has often spoken about the concept of the ‘Golden Ratio’ – the mathematical ratio found in nature that creates aesthetically pleasing compositions -, which sits at the heart of the design of every Aston Martin. Absolute beauty can be created when you achieve a perfect relationship between each proportion of the car. Reichman explains: “Proportionality defines every precise detail of designing an Aston Martin. We are constantly striving to achieve the Golden Ratio; the optimal of proportions. And it is this force which guides the creation of absolute beauty. To achieve this, we must combine our skill, passion and experience. Coming together with Ron just brings a whole new perspective on this and is hugely inspiring and enlightening. This whisky perfectly and harmoniously brings us together to create a beautiful, yet powerful equilibrium.”
For Bowmore, proportions define character and shape flavour combinations; from cask selection and age to blending. Ron Welsh, Master Blender, Bowmore, explains, “For the first time with this whisky, we have adopted the Golden Ratio to inspire each of the elements bringing their own unique flavours and selecting the optimal casks to forge the desired character, taking inspiration from Marek and his team. What seems totally contrasting is, in fact, perfectly balanced and proportionate. Working with Marek has given me a new lens from which to explore whisky making. This whisky serves as a celebration of our unified knowledge and experience; our shared passions, values and ideas.” Taking inspiration from an engineered approach, this whisky incorporates the divine proportion of 61.8% formed from a base of 21 year old Bowmore matured in first fill Pedro Ximenez and Oloroso sherry casks. The remaining parts are made up of exact ratios of each other, in line with the Golden Ratio theory, and include exceptionally aged Bowmore matured for over 35 years.
For this single malt, a powerful and complex yet sweet warming, the creators seems, on the face, to have created absolute contrast but in reality, they have captured perfect balance and proportion. With a clear nod to Aston Martin in the very creation of this Bowmore whisky, it exudes a sophistication and complexity which is truly considered yet promises a thrilling taste experience. Powerful yet elegant; from sweet to spice; sherry to coffee; honey to pepper – the perfect proportions to achieve absolute depth and balance.
Bowmore Masters’ Selection is available in key global markets including UK, Germany, Canada, USA and China at an RSP of US$300 (ex VAT/duty).
The enigmatic nightcap of fine whisky inspired a new Jo Malone London x Hunstman Whisky & Cedarwood Candle
The Whisky & Cedarwood Candle is the first Home scent to join the collaborative collection between the British fragrance house and Huntsman Savile Row, the bespoke tailor of the highest tradition since 1849.
The collection comprises four refined fragrances for laid-back days, sophisticated nights and everything in between, decanted in a distinctive bottle decorated with Huntsman’s gold-coloured typography and a burgundy cap. The new Home Candle echoes the smart design of the Colognes, housed in a glass design crafted in the British countryside and finished with a burgundy lid and Huntsman foil lettering. This woody scent sets a warm, intriguing atmosphere in any space.
Whisky & Cedarwood is the first in the collection of four fragrances to be released. Still to come Amber & Patchouli Cologne, Assam & Grapefruit Cologne, and Birch & Black Pepper Cologne.
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