What is your favorite Scotch Whisky - Page 15

Bill86 · 03-09-2011, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by ambientboy

I was out last night celebrating a now-official divorce with a little Macallan 18yr. One of my faves.

I've yet to try the 18 but the 12 is pretty f**king tasty. Someday when I can find a decent bar that serves the 18 I'll definitely have a glass.

Scottw · 03-09-2011, 06:24 PM

Has anyone tried the new Glenfiddich Snow Phoenix? It doesn't specify an age to it but was bottled in 2010. Named after one of the worst winters in Scotland (last year), the roof in one section of the distillary actually collapsed from the snow. A retailer here (NJ) has a 3 pack of 750ml bottles for $210.

Bill86 · 03-09-2011, 06:37 PM

Apparently from what I can find "the casks going into it range from 13 to 30 years old" and "It is a limited edition malt (albeit in an edition of 60,000 bottles), and cannot be repeated".

http://www.worldofwhiskies.com/compo...try/year,2010/

Hope that helps out a bit. Sounds interesting, seeing as how it is limited I'm sure you it wouldn't hurt to pick up a 3 pack. If I had the cash I would.

GreekGodX · 03-09-2011, 06:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Bill86

I've yet to try the 18 but the 12 is pretty f**king tasty. Someday when I can find a decent bar that serves the 18 I'll definitely have a glass.

I love the 12 but I can't stand the 18. Obviously you should try it for yourself but I expected it to be so much better and I was very disappointed.

I'll ask again, Anyone ever try James Buchanan 18 yo scotch?

Bill86 · 03-09-2011, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by GreekGodX

I love the 12 but I can't stand the 18. Obviously you should try it for yourself but I expected it to be so much better and I was very disappointed.

I'll ask again, Anyone ever try James Buchanan 18 yo scotch?

Oh wow, that's disappointing especially considering the price point, $55 or so for the 12, the 18 is up around $160 a bottle. If I get the chance I'll try it though.

Scottw · 03-09-2011, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Bill86

Apparently from what I can find "the casks going into it range from 13 to 30 years old" and "It is a limited edition malt (albeit in an edition of 60,000 bottles), and cannot be repeated".

http://www.worldofwhiskies.com/compo...try/year,2010/

Hope that helps out a bit. Sounds interesting, seeing as how it is limited I'm sure you it wouldn't hurt to pick up a 3 pack. If I had the cash I would.

That's my sticking point too.

BigCat · 03-09-2011, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by GreekGodX

I love the 12 but I can't stand the 18. Obviously you should try it for yourself but I expected it to be so much better and I was very disappointed.

I'll ask again, Anyone ever try James Buchanan 18 yo scotch?

I agree completely that the 18 is underwhelming. Did not strike me as worth the extra coin by any means.

As to the Buchanan, the only one I've known to drink it is Miguel Cabrera

jmsremax · 03-09-2011, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by GreekGodX

I love the 12 but I can't stand the 18. Obviously you should try it for yourself but I expected it to be so much better and I was very disappointed.

I'll ask again, Anyone ever try James Buchanan 18 yo scotch?

I think this 12 will be part of my next scotch purchase. I keep hearing a lot of good things about this one. I need to find cheaper hobbies.....

GreekGodX · 03-10-2011, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by BigCat

I agree completely that the 18 is underwhelming. Did not strike me as worth the extra coin by any means.

As to the Buchanan, the only one I've known to drink it is Miguel Cabrera

So your saying if it is good enough for him, it should be good enough for me?

03-12-2011, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Matt-N-Ga

I'm loving the Red Breast 12. an amazing Pure Pot Still irish whiskey, and very highly recommended.

Redbreast is one of my favourite Irish whiskeys. Light, sweet, subtle, and smooth. An absolutely amazing whisky for the price.

As far as scotches go...

Lagavulin distiller's edition (the 1988 is my favourite)
Caol Ila 18 year (do you see a trend here?)
The MacAllan 18 (wonderful value in a top-shelf whisky)
Balvennie 21 year portwood

and three often overlooked scotches:

Talisker 10 year is charming knuckle-dragger of an Islay malt
Dalwhinnie is amazingly gentle, smooth, and subtle
The Bheag is a blend (shocking) that is unchillfiltered and absolutely first-rate!

Frodo · 03-18-2011, 05:20 AM

I'd like Ardbeg if the price was more attractive. Mostly Caol Ila and Bowmore although I do like Laphraoig Quarter Cask and various Glenfidiches. Bunnahabhain is pretty good too.

ambientboy · 03-22-2011, 11:50 PM

I split a bottle of Caol Ila 30 yr w a friend of mine last Memorial Day. His bro was on leave. I brought the ERdM Panatella Largas from the 80s, he brought the scotch. That was a grrrreat day.

ambientboy · 03-22-2011, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Bill86

I've yet to try the 18 but the 12 is pretty f**king tasty. Someday when I can find a decent bar that serves the 18 I'll definitely have a glass.

It's dangerous, you might never go back!

oooo35980 · 03-24-2011, 05:13 PM

The Dalmore 21

LostAbbott · 03-24-2011, 05:22 PM

For your brothers who like peat flavor. Definitely give the Ardbeg Uigeadail a try. It has a stunningly complex pear flavor that is warm and not harsh. Also another one that is often over looked is the Longmorn 15yr

http://www.thewhiskyguide.com/Speyside/Longmorn.html
http://www.thewhiskyguide.com/Taste-...Uigeadail.html

The best MacAllans are the cask bottling, easiest being the 12 year old that has been talked about on this page, but you can also find it easily in independent bottling for good prices. This is when a specific barrel is purchased and then bottled by and individual or independent bottler. These can very wildly in flavor and change with the barrels storage location and year. Very cool way to try out different flavors. I went to a store in Japan back in 2008 that had a whole row of just MaAallan bottling, there were probably 500 different bottles.

warren G. · 04-08-2011, 10:23 AM

yay

jmsremax · 04-08-2011, 10:27 AM

I recently had a glass of Macallan 12 and it was really good. It will definitely be added to my small collection of scotch.

04-21-2011, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by LostAbbott

For your brothers who like peat flavor. Definitely give the Ardbeg Uigeadail a try...

That´s a good one... the first release from 2003 was the best imho... they used also a batch of sherry casks from the 70s for the blend...

AL_B_70 · 07-08-2011, 09:18 PM

A 12 year old Dalwhinnie is my all time favourite from the top of the Spey Valley in the Highlands. Full bodied but with just a hint of sweetness. Perfect dram every time

hotreds · 07-08-2011, 10:12 PM

03-09-2011, 06:24 PM	#282
Scottw Going Commando Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Location: Sussex, NJ Posts: 2,815 Trading: (6)	Re: What is your favorite Scotch Whisky Has anyone tried the new Glenfiddich Snow Phoenix? It doesn't specify an age to it but was bottled in 2010. Named after one of the worst winters in Scotland (last year), the roof in one section of the distillary actually collapsed from the snow. A retailer here (NJ) has a 3 pack of 750ml bottles for $210. __________________ "Ray when someone asks you if your a GOD you say yes."

03-09-2011, 06:37 PM	#283
Bill86 Snob Join Date: Jul 2010 First Name: Bill Posts: 6,704 Trading: (67)	Re: What is your favorite Scotch Whisky Apparently from what I can find "the casks going into it range from 13 to 30 years old" and "It is a limited edition malt (albeit in an edition of 60,000 bottles), and cannot be repeated". http://www.worldofwhiskies.com/compo...try/year,2010/ Hope that helps out a bit. Sounds interesting, seeing as how it is limited I'm sure you it wouldn't hurt to pick up a 3 pack. If I had the cash I would.

03-18-2011, 05:20 AM	#291
Frodo Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 410 Trading: (4)	Re: What is your favorite Scotch Whisky I'd like Ardbeg if the price was more attractive. Mostly Caol Ila and Bowmore although I do like Laphraoig Quarter Cask and various Glenfidiches. Bunnahabhain is pretty good too.

03-22-2011, 11:50 PM	#292
ambientboy ...from the internet Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dan Location: New York NY Posts: 294 Trading: (0)	Re: What is your favorite Scotch Whisky I split a bottle of Caol Ila 30 yr w a friend of mine last Memorial Day. His bro was on leave. I brought the ERdM Panatella Largas from the 80s, he brought the scotch. That was a grrrreat day.

03-24-2011, 05:13 PM	#294
oooo35980 Feeling at Home Join Date: Mar 2011 First Name: Isaiah Location: Huntsville, AL Posts: 569 Trading: (3)	Re: What is your favorite Scotch Whisky The Dalmore 21

03-24-2011, 05:22 PM	#295
LostAbbott Have My Own Room Join Date: Aug 2010 First Name: Mychal Location: Seattle Posts: 1,165 Trading: (23)	Re: What is your favorite Scotch Whisky For your brothers who like peat flavor. Definitely give the Ardbeg Uigeadail a try. It has a stunningly complex pear flavor that is warm and not harsh. Also another one that is often over looked is the Longmorn 15yr http://www.thewhiskyguide.com/Speyside/Longmorn.html http://www.thewhiskyguide.com/Taste-...Uigeadail.html The best MacAllans are the cask bottling, easiest being the 12 year old that has been talked about on this page, but you can also find it easily in independent bottling for good prices. This is when a specific barrel is purchased and then bottled by and individual or independent bottler. These can very wildly in flavor and change with the barrels storage location and year. Very cool way to try out different flavors. I went to a store in Japan back in 2008 that had a whole row of just MaAallan bottling, there were probably 500 different bottles. __________________ Damn I got a lot of smokes I need to try.

04-08-2011, 10:23 AM	#296
warren G. Also a WIS. Join Date: Jun 2010 First Name: Duy Location: New Orleans, LA Posts: 209 Trading: (2)	Re: What is your favorite Scotch Whisky yay __________________ "After a truly good meal, an outstanding cigar is still the most satisfying after-dinner activity that doesn't involve two human beings."

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jmsremax Yet another Masshole Join Date: Nov 2009 First Name: Jon Location: MA Posts: 1,245 Trading: (19)	Re: What is your favorite Scotch Whisky I recently had a glass of Macallan 12 and it was really good. It will definitely be added to my small collection of scotch. __________________ Stock/Finance banter

07-08-2011, 09:18 PM	#299
AL_B_70 Ex Pat Brit in Canada Join Date: May 2011 First Name: AL Location: Burnaby, BC from London, UK Posts: 10 Trading: (0)	Re: What is your favorite Scotch Whisky A 12 year old Dalwhinnie is my all time favourite from the top of the Spey Valley in the Highlands. Full bodied but with just a hint of sweetness. Perfect dram every time

07-08-2011, 10:12 PM	#300
hotreds Ephesians 2:8 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5 miles past "Resume Speed" Posts: 11,664 Trading: (63)	Re: What is your favorite Scotch Whisky __________________ God loves you so much, that he made you read this, just to let you know.