Originally Posted by
mkjr
Excuse me? Embarrassed? Why? Because the boat sailed on the cheap whisky that many ignored for years? Unfortunately, as inflated as prices are at duty free, I'd invite you to locate alternatives. And I'm sure you bought some yamazaki 12 when it came into the LCBO about 7 years ago for 69Cad. I did.
and some of the great Nikka's but those were pricey and I think ozawa took a good cut. Don't forget to buy some Nikka pure malt at the stores.
My point isn't about prices, it's that they have significant shelf space devoted to premium whisky and cognac, but nothing for better Japanese products. I understanding the market is speaking, but I would have thought someone might make sure that at least 10% (to pick a number) of the shelf space would be used on for premium domestic product.