Thread: Scotch/whiskey of the day

Originally Posted by HARRYWALLY

The only thing I can think of, that I've had, and that you can get down there, is Stranahans Colorado Single Malt. Although a bit more money, and it has a bit more kick than that Gentleman Jack at 47%, it's got some terrific flavours that are outstanding. Really makes your mouth come alive.

From a newb to a newb!

I love Stranahan's, but then I've had it at the distillery. It is good stuff!

Bowmore 15 yr old "Darkest" aged in sherry casks 43% ABV miniature.

On the nose: The sherry greets you right away. The peat takes a back back seat to the sherry and oak; it's there, but you have you think about what you're nosing to pick it up. A very nice bouquet of notes. The longer it airs in the glass, vanilla notes become prominent. I'd almost think this was a Speysider. The peat smoke nearly disappears but the oiliness of peat stays.

Black pepper, slightly sweet and slightly fruity on the palate. The peat is on the finish but fades into nuance fairly quickly.

As a host, I would offer this to anyone who enjoys scotch and I think they'd find it very pleasant. Think of blending the best of what is Balvenie Double Wood with Laphroaig Quarter Cask (which to me isn't very peaty), turn up the sherry just a bit more and you have a good description of this dram in my book.

Would I buy a full sized bottle? Yes, yes I would.

I did finish off the evening after the Bowmore with a wee dram of Laphroaig 10.....