so what's a good scotch to start off with so that I broaden my horizons beyond a blend like Johnny Walker? preferably something that's not too expensive
glenlivet 12 yr. smooth, not too overwhelming. you can even try it at a bar first as any bar that carries single malts should have this one. or get a bottle at hi times for $24.
Oban is nice too but 3x as much
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How does 50yo Glenfiddich sound?
so what's a good scotch to start off with so that I broaden my horizons beyond a blend like Johnny Walker? preferably something that's not too expensive
Sure, many whiskeys get their beautiful deep hues from caramel coloring, but in this case how such a thick, oily, richly flavored, and massively peaty mother****er can be almost totally clear in color boggles the mind.
Balvenie 12 is under 35.00 at trader Joes, well worth it....
Haven't dipped into my single malts much lately, but hit this a few times last night:
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I'd forgotten how good it was. DAMMMN.
Sure, many whiskeys get their beautiful deep hues from caramel coloring, but in this case how such a thick, oily, richly flavored, and massively peaty mother****er can be almost totally clear in color boggles the mind.
BUMP
Has anyone had anything good lately?
Ive been drinking the Balvenie 12 signature but apparently that was just a one year deal, have to move on to something else soon...