Consolidated "Scotch - Best & Worst, recommendations, questions" thread
Nov 7, 2010, 8:42 pm
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Thanks for the salute
we normally shop at the Mount Prospect or Glenview location. I just told Mrs Sweet Willie about it, she's jazzed to try it, especially seeing as she has this Thurs off and it is supposed to possibly be in the mid 60's on Wed, so Wed night will be a good night to have another fire outdoors and crack the KS Scotch open.
we normally shop at the Mount Prospect or Glenview location. I just told Mrs Sweet Willie about it, she's jazzed to try it, especially seeing as she has this Thurs off and it is supposed to possibly be in the mid 60's on Wed, so Wed night will be a good night to have another fire outdoors and crack the KS Scotch open.Let us know what you think come Thursday!
Nov 8, 2010, 5:30 am
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More or less in order of my preference:
Port Ellen 1979 (I had two bottles, now down to half of one. On special occasions only.
Balvenie 21 an addiction, but I ration it.
Glenrothes 85 when I want a mild and smooth relaxing time
Finally, with apologies to all, my everyday tipple:
JW Green (maybe I should be embarrassed, but I do like it)
Port Ellen 1979 (I had two bottles, now down to half of one. On special occasions only.
Balvenie 21 an addiction, but I ration it.
Glenrothes 85 when I want a mild and smooth relaxing time
Finally, with apologies to all, my everyday tipple:
JW Green (maybe I should be embarrassed, but I do like it)
Nov 11, 2010, 2:59 am
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While not strictly on-topic, allow me to raise two bourbons for your delectation and consideration.
Buffalo Trace Bourbon
Eagle Rare Ten Year Bourbon
Both are made by the same distillery. Both available for under 30 quid. I and my father are both dyed-in-the-wool die-hard scotch drinkers. But these are both absolutely sensational, and incredibly good value.
They're slightly sweet, deep, rich, beautifully smooth, and are probably the best value alcohol of any variety that I've come across in the last few years.
Buffalo Trace Bourbon
Eagle Rare Ten Year Bourbon
Both are made by the same distillery. Both available for under 30 quid. I and my father are both dyed-in-the-wool die-hard scotch drinkers. But these are both absolutely sensational, and incredibly good value.
They're slightly sweet, deep, rich, beautifully smooth, and are probably the best value alcohol of any variety that I've come across in the last few years.
Nov 11, 2010, 7:11 am
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Are any of you connoisseurs of Scotch familiar with an inexpensive single malt, Drumguich (sp?) which has shown up in Spec's, a Texas chain of liquor stores? On sale recently @ $19.95 for 750ml, it tasted far better than I expected.
Nov 11, 2010, 11:51 am
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I have a bit of a collection going on but here is my impression of what I have
Really special times
Glenfarclas 21y - one very smooth scotch
When I want something better than my regulars
Mcallan 18y
Lagavulin 16y
Dalwhinnie 15y
Every day Drinks
Aberlour 10y
Chivas Regal 12y
Also in my Collection
Scapa 14y
Dun Bheagan 1997
Glen Garioch 10y
McMlelland's Islay
McMlelland's Speyside
Laphroaig 10y - I find this a little to grassy for my taste
I have tried
Mortlach 21y - desperatly trying to find a bottle in Canada found it had a wonderful carmel note
J&B rare - pretty poor but still better than my bottom of the barrel pick
Glenlivet - far too harsh
Really special times
Glenfarclas 21y - one very smooth scotch
When I want something better than my regulars
Mcallan 18y
Lagavulin 16y
Dalwhinnie 15y
Every day Drinks
Aberlour 10y
Chivas Regal 12y
Also in my Collection
Scapa 14y
Dun Bheagan 1997
Glen Garioch 10y
McMlelland's Islay
McMlelland's Speyside
Laphroaig 10y - I find this a little to grassy for my taste
I have tried
Mortlach 21y - desperatly trying to find a bottle in Canada found it had a wonderful carmel note
J&B rare - pretty poor but still better than my bottom of the barrel pick
Glenlivet - far too harsh
Dec 16, 2010, 10:59 am
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macallan ^^ (sherry not fine oak)
- 18 great
- 25 even better (stronger initially, more complex, longer lasting)
(havent had 30 yet)
burned
- balvenie 21
light
- glen fiddich 18
- oban
drinkable
- jura 10/16
- bushmill 16, i think
- JW blue, maybe but dont remember too well
peaty
- caol illa (along with talisker, faves of relatives in scotland)
there need to be more bars that serve drams / quarter ounces.
- 18 great
- 25 even better (stronger initially, more complex, longer lasting)
(havent had 30 yet)
burned
- balvenie 21
light
- glen fiddich 18
- oban
drinkable
- jura 10/16
- bushmill 16, i think
- JW blue, maybe but dont remember too well
peaty
- caol illa (along with talisker, faves of relatives in scotland)
there need to be more bars that serve drams / quarter ounces.
Dec 16, 2010, 2:36 pm
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Dec 16, 2010, 7:57 pm
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Yes, but expensive and awkward to shop lift in the cardboard tube (unless you're wearing a big top coat, usually out of season in Central Texas).In the back of my liquor cabinet, I've an unopened bottle of Glenfiddich, dating from a "close out" at a rural liquor store (Lott, Falls County) in 1971 ($5!!!). The owner claimed it had been on his shelf for more than a decade.
I know it hasn't improved, but keep it asa keep sake, against a real rainy day.
Dec 17, 2010, 2:47 pm
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As far as expensive though, I find the 10 year old to be around $57, but I often go for the 12 year old Caol Ila at $55 when I'm looking for an Islay.
I think my overall favorite single malt though is the 18 year old Glenmorangie, which is about twice that much.
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Dec 18, 2010, 4:33 pm
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I still have a warm place in my heart and will always make room in my collection for the stoneware jug of Usquaebach. ^
Dec 18, 2010, 5:43 pm
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Just bought a bottle of half cask Laphroag and one fo 15 year old Highland Park for the festive season.
Just bought a bottle of half cask Laphroag and one fo 15 year old Highland Park for the festive season
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Dec 20, 2010, 11:07 am
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You mean quarter cask Laphroaig don't you? It is very nice.
Dec 20, 2010, 11:12 am
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Thank you, you are correct. And I havent even started on it yet. Glad to hear that though. I am enjoying Laphroaig more as I am older, but I find the 10 a bit harsh. The 15 and 18 are great though. And I am looking forward to trying the quarter cask even more after your comment!
Dec 20, 2010, 11:15 am
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Haven't really seen any mention of Caol Ila which I think is a pretty underrated Islay... most of the Islay attention is given to Lagavulin and Laphroaig, but I think there's definitely a place in one's collection for the CI 12 year.