Founded in 1779, Bowmore is home to one of the oldest whisky maturation warehouses in the world, the legendary No. 1 Vaults. This historic distillery utilizes its own traditional floor maltings and draws water from the Laggan River, imbuing its whiskies with the quintessential Islay peatiness complemented by complex layers of fruit and chocolate. The unique microclimate of the No. 1 Vaults, lying below sea level, imparts Bowmore whiskies with their distinctive maritime character, making them revered among whisky connoisseurs worldwide.