Bowmore and Aston Martin are doing a victory lap with the second and final release in their ARC Series with Bowmore ARC-54.
Distilled in November 1968, this spirit exemplifies how Bowmore’s single malt excels with time in cask. Inspired by the “Golden Ratio,” the whisky comprises 61.8% 2nd fill European Sherry Oak Butt and 38.2% 3rd Fill American Oak Hogshead, the two components then coming together to age for 15 months. The result is a 88.6 proof spirit.
Emblematic of the luxuriousness of both brands, ARC-54 is sold in handblown decanters which take their inspiration from the natural fluid forms of the terroir of Islay and from the F1-inspired aerodynamic exterior of the Aston Martin Valkyrie hyper car, including the full-length Venturi tunnels that contribute to approximately 1,100 kg of downforce.
“A Bowmore as exquisite and complex as this 54-year-old is a testament to the skills of our distillery team, but also the very embodiment of what can be achieved simply by slowing down, standing still and letting things unfold as they are destined to,” said Dr. Calum Fraser, Chief Blender, Bowmore. “This rare creation truly demonstrates just how Bowmore ages exceptionally over time, with unmatched precision and clarity. As guardians of this spirit, we strive to harness the power of the past in every drop that we create – whilst constantly reimagining Bowmore for the next generation that will experience our whiskies.”
“Bowmore ARC-54 continues the cutting edge, technology-based collaboration between two exceptional brands that are steeped in heritage and tradition,” Marek Reichman, Aston Martin Executive Vice President and Chief Creative Officer, added. “It embodies the innovative thinking that we apply to Valkyrie and Valhalla, our mid-engined sports cars. Both of these cars push the boundaries of the ARC-54 decanter, with similar principles of materiality and fluid dynamics employed. We’ve essentially replaced air flow for liquid movement to create a uniquely formed shape generated by the pure movement of Bowmore whisky. A truly creative collaboration.”
With only 130 decanters available globally, Bowmore ARC-54 is available for $80,000.
