Bowmore has announced the return of its Devil's Casks series, with a 56.6% ABV 10 Year Old at a recommended retail price of £70 and a 59.6% ABV 22 Year Old at £380, going on sale through The Whisky Shop from 16 October 2026.

TL;DR

  • Bowmore, the Islay single malt distillery, announced two new Devil's Casks releases on 8 October 2026, the first since the original trilogy of 2013 to 2015.
  • The 10 Year Old is £70 and the 22 Year Old is £380 (both recommended retail prices), sold exclusively through The Whisky Shop from 16 October, then through the distillery from 1 December.
  • The number of bottles has not been stated, which is the biggest unknown for anyone weighing a purchase.

What is Bowmore's Devil's Casks series?

Bowmore is a single malt Scotch whisky distillery on the Scottish island of Islay. The Devil's Casks was a trilogy of limited editions released between 2013 and 2015, known for a darker, richer Bowmore style shaped by sherry casks, with dark fruit, treacle, chocolate, spice and smoke. The name comes from a local legend: the devil entered the Round Church in Bowmore village, found no corners to hide in, and was chased into the distillery, escaping inside a cask bound for the mainland.

What are the two new Devil's Casks releases?

  • The Devil's Casks 10 Year Old: 56.6% ABV, £70 RRP. Matured in first-fill Oloroso sherry casks and finished in first-fill Pedro Ximenez casks. Bowmore's tasting notes list dark fruit, fruitcake, cocoa, maple syrup and a thread of smoke.
  • The Devil's Casks 22 Year Old: 59.6% ABV (cask strength), £380 RRP. Made from the two remaining casks from the original releases, aged 22 years in first-fill Oloroso and Pedro Ximenez sherry casks, then finished in refill Oloroso. Tasting notes list charred fruit, treacle, salty oak and liquorice.

Where and when can you buy The Devil's Casks?

Both bottlings go on sale exclusively through The Whisky Shop from 16 October 2026, and from the Bowmore distillery from 1 December 2026. The announcement as reported does not say how many bottles will be released, or whether The Whisky Shop will ship to Asian markets. Buyers in Asia should check shipping options, import duties and exchange rates on the retailer's own checkout before committing.

Why does the Devil's Casks return matter for collectors in Asia?

Revivals of well-regarded limited series tend to prompt buyers to look back at earlier editions, and the original Devil's Casks bottlings have appeared as lots on specialist whisky auction sites, so collectors can compare past listings before deciding what a new release is worth to them. The 22 Year Old stands out because Bowmore says it uses the last two casks from the original releases, which links it directly to the earlier series.

It is worth separating the facts from the speculation. The prices, strengths, cask types and dates above come from Bowmore's announcement. Whether either bottle will hold or gain value on the secondary market is not something the announcement addresses, and limited releases can be hard to resell. This article is not financial advice. For a framework on judging bottles and casks, see our outlook on the best whisky casks for investment, our reading of IWSR data on why status buyers want proof rather than prestige, and our guide to reading whisky labels. Collectors interested in older rarities can also read about Johnnie Walker's rare discontinued bottles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the Bowmore Devil's Casks 22 Year Old cost?

The recommended retail price is £380. The 10 Year Old is £70. These are RRPs announced by Bowmore, and the final price you pay depends on the retailer and your location.

When can I buy the new Bowmore Devil's Casks?

The Whisky Shop has exclusive sales from 16 October 2026. The Bowmore distillery begins selling the bottles from 1 December 2026.

How many bottles of the new Devil's Casks will be made?

That has not been stated in the announcement reviewed for this article. Check with The Whisky Shop or Bowmore for confirmed numbers.

Sources and Method

Facts on prices, strengths, cask types, dates and availability come from Bowmore's announcement of 8 October 2026 as published by The Whisky Wire (thewhiskywire.com/2026/10/08/bowmore-announces-the-return-of-its-devils-casks-series/). Whisky Clan's news roundup of 10 October 2026 (whisky-clan.com/post/whisky-news-10-october-2026) independently confirms the 8 October date, both strengths and The Whisky Shop exclusivity. Bowmore's own site was not opened for this draft. Details of the original 2013 to 2015 series come from the same announcement. Wording is original. Tasting notes are Bowmore's, not our own.