There’s the wonderful 1960s character of course, the problematic 1980s and the reaffirming 1990s, but I have to say I’m not very familiar with 1970s Bowmore . In my glass is a vintage version of the Bowmore 21 Year Old , bottled from two casks filled in 1973 .

Bowmore 21 yo 1973 (43%, OB +/- 1994, sherry butts #5173 + 5174)

Nose: very elegant, light peat, accompanied by a fresh mintiness / eucalyptus, resinous notes and soft coastal notes. Beautiful fruity notes (blood oranges, mango) and a pouch of cigarette tobacco. Polished leather. Hints of thyme. A...