Thread: Scotch Drinkers??

Pardon the pictures, but I recently opened these bottles and enjoyed them. More to follow.

There's not one of the above-named scotches that I don't enjoy....just enjoy some more. Lagavulin is a good go-to scotch for me as is the Macallan Cask Strength (sherry cask aged). The only marginal single malt I've tried I bought for the name....Sheep Dip.

I agree that there are some blends that should not be snubbed.

Lastly, I suggest tasting from a good glass made for sipping single malts....slender, rounded bottom, straight sides, with an out-turned lip....well, here's a good one to check one out:

The creme de la creme of luxury glass. The Riedel Sommeliers Single Malt Scotch Glass brings forward the pure malt character of whiskies concentrating their aromas and accentuating their softness, roundness and silkiness. The small, slightly out-turned lip directs the spirit onto the tip of the tongue, where sweetness is perceived, and serves to bring out the elegant creaminess of a top-quality single malt. A far superior glass for drinking fine whiskies than traditional spirits tumblers (subtle aromas of the whisky are lost) and brandy balloons (emphasize the alcohol at the expense of finesse). Mouth blown 24% leaded glass. Recommend to hand wash.

Recommended for: Single Malt Whisky, Malt Whisky, Whisky/Whiskey

Size: 4-1/2"H, 7 oz.

Riedel Model # 4400/80

Ok, the description is over the top and I have certainly enjoyed single malts from a sierra cup but.....why not.

i live on the whisky trail in the highlands with one of the bells distileries about 4 miles down the road,i like a dram but still enjoy a pint of tennants.

Speaking of Bourbon....may I request a vote?

Knob Creek vs. Makers Mark

I love my single malts, just the other evening I had a tasting with some friends that including an old Johnny Walker Blue (not a single, I know) but still!

The other two bottles we tasted was a Laphoraig 18, which was the star for me and proved the Walker blue label overrated, amazing stuff, and a Macallan 12 (not good imo, nothing like the older ones).

Originally Posted by zib

There's actually quite a few Scotch drinker's here. I'm into a bottle of Lagavulin 16 myself, I love the Peaty Malts....I'm also drinkng GlenLivet....I like all the Glen's.. Livet, Morangie, Fiddich....etc...I want to try Bunnahabhain....

I just bought my first bottle of Lagavulin 16 today and I can't wait for trying it sometime later in the week. I love Islay scotches, especially Arbeg.

I think all of Walker stuff is kind of a joke to be honest. The fact that it isn't a single malt is really a turnoff.

Okay, I admit it. I don't know anything about the appreciation for a good single malt, let alone mixed malts whisky. But I would like to learn and this forum appears to be a great place for that. Anyone out there who can provide some good advice for a newbe? Honestly, I am really a vodka or gin person. Don't get off on beer. But would seriously like to try some good malts and develop an appreciation for them. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Senoreme, I'd be happy to help you discover some good single malts. In my opinion, a good place to start is Glenmorangie 10 "The Original." It has a golden label, and you should be able to find it at any reputable liquor store. You could also go for Cragganmore 12 Year, and Oban 14 Year. I'd say give one of those three a shot first. Of the three... Cragganmore would be the lightest. It has sortof a fragrant taste to it, and is really light. Oban is a decent scotch, but I would only consider it as a gateway into better things. I wouldn't purchase it anymore. Glenmorangie, in my opinion, makes good products all the way around. "The Original" is just a good, no nonsense single malt. All of these bottles will be roughly $45 a piece. Let me know what you try! Another question for you. Do you drink whiskey at all? Can you handle the bite that certain kinds give? Scotch can sometimes be pretty heavy hitting and it's a SIN to put a single malt on ice.

Keep us posted! - Jim

Originally Posted by JDCAL29

I think all of Walker stuff is kind of a joke to be honest. The fact that it isn't a single malt is really a turnoff.

I really don't understand this attitude about blended Scotch Whiskey. Some of them are fabulous tasting and to frown upon them just because they are blended is short sighted.

For many years, one of my favorites is the JW 18 year old. It is a fine, smooth, flavorful tasting whiskey with no bite at what I consider a very reasonable price. To find a single malt that compares you have to spend at least 30-40% more. (around here JW18 is about $80.)

I thoroughly enjoy all types of good whiskey. I don't snub anything until I have tasted the whiskey.

Originally Posted by JDCAL29

Senoreme, I'd be happy to help you discover some good single malts. In my opinion, a good place to start is Glenmorangie 10 "The Original." It has a golden label, and you should be able to find it at any reputable liquor store. You could also go for Cragganmore 12 Year, and Oban 14 Year. I'd say give one of those three a shot first. Of the three... Cragganmore would be the lightest. It has sortof a fragrant taste to it, and is really light. Oban is a decent scotch, but I would only consider it as a gateway into better things. I wouldn't purchase it anymore. Glenmorangie, in my opinion, makes good products all the way around. "The Original" is just a good, no nonsense single malt. All of these bottles will be roughly $45 a piece. Let me know what you try! Another question for you. Do you drink whiskey at all? Can you handle the bite that certain kinds give? Scotch can sometimes be pretty heavy hitting and it's a SIN to put a single malt on ice.

Keep us posted! - Jim

Good advice. You may want to look at the Glenfiddich line also.