At the 2024 London Whisky Show, you never know what exceptional dram will make it’s way to a glass and one’s nose and lips.

There we were, engrossed in explorations at the Compass Box stand, when Sukindher Singh joined us. This was the 1st show post the sale of The Whisky Exchange and he was clearly relaxed, enjoying the shift from leading to experiencing.

Bowmore 32 year (1968) 50th Anniversary 45.5%

On the nose, it started surprisingly subtle – toast and a hint of jam. On the palate, it also was a curiosity. We considered it almost an “un-whisky like whisky”. It was nuanced, soft, fruity, and elegant with a hint of citrus. The finish slid into a lovely nutty quality.

What more do we know? Only that it was released to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the foundation of Stanley P Morrison (later to become Morrison Bowmore). And that, naturally, such a rare dram comes at a steep price tag – a “mere” GBP 7,000 or so!

The conversation turned to different experiences to “not miss”, days gone by, and our post-show plans. Armed with further recommendations – we carried on Day 1 of the 2024 London Whisky Show!!

As for other Bowmore experiences? We’ve had a few over the years – including at other shows like Whisky Live in Singapore and Paris!

• 12 Year 40% vs 12 year (1970s) 40%
• 15 year Laimrig 54.4%
• 15+ year (2001/2018) Sherry Cask #108 55.3% (LMdW Artist #8)
• 16 year “The Prestonfield” Vintage 1972 (1972/1988), CS No 1036-39 43%
• 17 year White Sands 43%
• 18 year Oloroso Cask WB146494 43%
• 20+ year (2001/2022) 1st Fill Sherry Butt No 102 54.8% (LMdW Artist Collection #12) 
• 21 year Port Cask Matured (1988) 51.5%
• 27 year, Batch 5, 47.6% (TBWC)
• 1989 “BBQ Mango Salsa” 46% (Wymess)
• Black Rock 40%
• Gold Reef 43% + Aug’17

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