ghostworks Posted August 18, 2011 Author Share Posted August 18, 2011 (edited) QUOTE (toscanobarga @ Jul 16 2011, 08:27 PM)Not many rock band forums have a Scotch section. Good to see. My avatar shows my preference. the Lagavulin has been a recent favorite of mine (no surprise, though - I'm already out) what else do you favor, T? Edited August 18, 2011 by ghostworks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghostworks Posted August 18, 2011 Author Share Posted August 18, 2011 QUOTE (Hatchetaxe&saw @ Jul 18 2011, 06:21 AM) QUOTE (Ron2112 @ Jul 17 2011, 10:23 PM) Glenfiddich 18 y.o. Any collection that contains this beauty shows to the owner to be a person of immaculate taste!!!!! Slainte mhaith! agreed of note: The Glenfiddich 18 Ancient Reserve takes the wonderfulness of the 18 to the next level highly recommended, worth seeking out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghostworks Posted August 18, 2011 Author Share Posted August 18, 2011 QUOTE (BaldiePete @ Jan 21 2011, 07:42 PM) Heavenly ! http://popsop.ru/wp-content/uploads/scapa_pernod.jpg BP: I'm seriously debating trying the Scapa on for size, but it's cost-prohibitive without tasting (and no one local has offered me any to date) any notes/comparisons to offer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyfriar Posted August 31, 2011 Share Posted August 31, 2011 QUOTE (toscanobarga @ Jul 17 2011, 02:27 AM) Not many rock band forums have a Scotch section. Good to see. My avatar shows my preference. one of my faves too (as almost any of the 'Islay' Whiskies). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedro2112 Posted September 1, 2011 Share Posted September 1, 2011 QUOTE (greyfriar @ Aug 31 2011, 03:03 AM) QUOTE (toscanobarga @ Jul 17 2011, 02:27 AM) Not many rock band forums have a Scotch section. Good to see. My avatar shows my preference. one of my faves too (as almost any of the 'Islay' Whiskies). I have a bottle of LaPhroaig Quarter Cask on my bar in the basement that's been calling to me telepathically in my sleep the last few days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghostworks Posted September 1, 2011 Author Share Posted September 1, 2011 QUOTE (pedro2112 @ Aug 31 2011, 10:19 PM) QUOTE (greyfriar @ Aug 31 2011, 03:03 AM) QUOTE (toscanobarga @ Jul 17 2011, 02:27 AM) Not many rock band forums have a Scotch section. Good to see. My avatar shows my preference. one of my faves too (as almost any of the 'Islay' Whiskies). I have a bottle of LaPhroaig Quarter Cask on my bar in the basement that's been calling to me telepathically in my sleep the last few days. Laphroaig tends to do that... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedro2112 Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 Bought a bottle of the Balvenie 12 year doublewood today. I was able to crack it open this evening and share a few glasses with an old friend. Outstanding. As I took my first swig of it (for the first time ever), I said to my friend, "Wow, there is a lot going on here." http://www.squareshop.nl/WebRoot/StoreNL/Shops/61550214/4862/4F7F/5BA3/76AA/23B6/C0A8/28BB/13E7/The_0020_Balvenie_0020_12_0020_yrs_0020_DoubleWood.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digital Man Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 I am quite new to the single malts, but have what I have tasted I h've enoyed immensely. I usually get a Glenfiddich 12 yr, the local store only carries this and Glenlivet in single malts. I am looking for something new. I have tried The Macallen 10, 12 and 25 as well. The 25 blew me away, it was like a glass of liquid smoke. Found a store close by with a better selection and am deciding between: Aberlour 12 Highland Park 12 Glenlivet 12 (maybe 15) Laphroaig Quarter Cask After reading this thread it doesn't seem any of the above is a bad choice. Any input as to which would be similar to what I've already tasted would be great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hatchetaxe&saw Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 QUOTE (Digital Man @ Oct 20 2011, 03:49 PM) I am quite new to the single malts, but have what I have tasted I h've enoyed immensely. I usually get a Glenfiddich 12 yr, the local store only carries this and Glenlivet in single malts. I am looking for something new. I have tried The Macallen 10, 12 and 25 as well. The 25 blew me away, it was like a glass of liquid smoke. Found a store close by with a better selection and am deciding between: Aberlour 12 Highland Park 12 Glenlivet 12 (maybe 15) Laphroaig Quarter Cask After reading this thread it doesn't seem any of the above is a bad choice. Any input as to which would be similar to what I've already tasted would be great. For me, it's a toss-up between the HP12 and the Laphroaig Quarter Cask. Because I'm an Islay nut, I'd probably plump for the Laphroaig. But, they are all fine malts. The Aberlour 12 is a real beauty too. Really sweet and fruity. All 4 are a million million miles away from the Glenfiddich 12, so you're in for a real treat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digital Man Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 QUOTE (Hatchetaxe&saw @ Oct 20 2011, 11:58 AM) QUOTE (Digital Man @ Oct 20 2011, 03:49 PM) I am quite new to the single malts, but have what I have tasted I h've enoyed immensely. I usually get a Glenfiddich 12 yr, the local store only carries this and Glenlivet in single malts. I am looking for something new. I have tried The Macallen 10, 12 and 25 as well. The 25 blew me away, it was like a glass of liquid smoke. Found a store close by with a better selection and am deciding between: Aberlour 12 Highland Park 12 Glenlivet 12 (maybe 15) Laphroaig Quarter Cask After reading this thread it doesn't seem any of the above is a bad choice. Any input as to which would be similar to what I've already tasted would be great. For me, it's a toss-up between the HP12 and the Laphroaig Quarter Cask. Because I'm an Islay nut, I'd probably plump for the Laphroaig. But, they are all fine malts. The Aberlour 12 is a real beauty too. Really sweet and fruity. All 4 are a million million miles away from the Glenfiddich 12, so you're in for a real treat. Excellent, thank you! I think I'll go for the HP first. I may try a few 375ml bottles for taste testing purposes. I'll let you know how it goes afer this weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedro2112 Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Cracked open a bottle of this tonight, it was divine! http://www.sixthseal.com/archive/February2006/the_macallan_scotch_whisky.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hatchetaxe&saw Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 QUOTE (pedro2112 @ Oct 29 2011, 04:39 AM) Cracked open a bottle of this tonight, it was divine! http://www.sixthseal.com/archive/February2006/the_macallan_scotch_whisky.jpg Lovely. I opened a 17 year old Ballantine's last night, the 2010 World Whiskey of the year. Oh. My. God. A lot of whiskey snobs dismiss blends. Their loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghostworks Posted October 29, 2011 Author Share Posted October 29, 2011 QUOTE (pedro2112 @ Oct 28 2011, 11:39 PM)Cracked open a bottle of this tonight, it was divine! http://www.sixthseal.com/archive/February2006/the_macallan_scotch_whisky.jpg the first Scotch I ever tried... what a way to start! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedro2112 Posted October 30, 2011 Share Posted October 30, 2011 As an aside, I received my "Mike Jackson's Guide to Malt Whiskeys" from Amazon the other day. An essential tome for those interested in the worlds best Whiskey (Scottish!). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alph Seeker Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 QUOTE (Digital Man @ Oct 20 2011, 10:49 AM) I am quite new to the single malts, but have what I have tasted I h've enoyed immensely. I usually get a Glenfiddich 12 yr, the local store only carries this and Glenlivet in single malts. I am looking for something new. I have tried The Macallen 10, 12 and 25 as well. The 25 blew me away, it was like a glass of liquid smoke. Found a store close by with a better selection and am deciding between: Aberlour 12 Highland Park 12 Glenlivet 12 (maybe 15) Laphroaig Quarter Cask After reading this thread it doesn't seem any of the above is a bad choice. Any input as to which would be similar to what I've already tasted would be great. I'll suggest another - the Glenfiddich 15. Great bang for the buck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toscanobarga Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 QUOTE (Alph Seeker @ Oct 31 2011, 07:29 AM) QUOTE (Digital Man @ Oct 20 2011, 10:49 AM) I am quite new to the single malts, but have what I have tasted I h've enoyed immensely. I usually get a Glenfiddich 12 yr, the local store only carries this and Glenlivet in single malts. I am looking for something new. I have tried The Macallen 10, 12 and 25 as well. The 25 blew me away, it was like a glass of liquid smoke. Found a store close by with a better selection and am deciding between: Aberlour 12 Highland Park 12 Glenlivet 12 (maybe 15) Laphroaig Quarter Cask After reading this thread it doesn't seem any of the above is a bad choice. Any input as to which would be similar to what I've already tasted would be great. I'll suggest another - the Glenfiddich 15. Great bang for the buck. Speaking of Bang for the Buck, Costco has Lagavulin for $53.99. Bought 3 bottles yesterday. Trader Joe's has the very (imho) underrated Dalwhinnie for a low price I don't recall, as well as a good deal on the Balvenie Doublewood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hatchetaxe&saw Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digital Man Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 One of my Christmas presents from my wonderful bride, Sunny. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v620/skopetski/Christmas/100_6764.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v620/skopetski/Christmas/100_6762.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghostworks Posted January 16, 2012 Author Share Posted January 16, 2012 QUOTE (Digital Man @ Jan 15 2012, 06:35 PM) One of my Christmas presents from my wonderful bride, Sunny. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v620/skopetski/Christmas/100_6764.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v620/skopetski/Christmas/100_6762.jpg oh hell yes! have you had the pleasure of the other half: Dalwhinnie 15 Oban 14 Glenkinchie 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghostworks Posted January 16, 2012 Author Share Posted January 16, 2012 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedro2112 Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 QUOTE (Digital Man @ Jan 15 2012, 05:35 PM) One of my Christmas presents from my wonderful bride, Sunny. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v620/skopetski/Christmas/100_6764.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v620/skopetski/Christmas/100_6762.jpg Wow. Just Wow. The Lagavulin 16 is beyond description. I'd sell my children for a bottle in a pinch! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hatchetaxe&saw Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 QUOTE (Digital Man @ Jan 15 2012, 11:35 PM) One of my Christmas presents from my wonderful bride, Sunny. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v620/skopetski/Christmas/100_6764.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v620/skopetski/Christmas/100_6762.jpg What a lovely box-set! How fabulous is Sunny??!?!? How's the Cragganmore? The 12 used to be heavenly, but the last expression I tried was a poor facsimile of it's brilliant heyday. No house should be without the mighty Lag 16 and Talisker 10. The Talisker 10 is still the best Talisker. Their Distiller Editions are too sherry infused and you lose a lot of that lovely smokiness. Slainte! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hatchetaxe&saw Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 QUOTE (pedro2112 @ Jan 17 2012, 05:25 AM) QUOTE (Digital Man @ Jan 15 2012, 05:35 PM) One of my Christmas presents from my wonderful bride, Sunny. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v620/skopetski/Christmas/100_6764.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v620/skopetski/Christmas/100_6762.jpg Wow. Just Wow. The Lagavulin 16 is beyond description. I'd sell my children for a bottle in a pinch! Sensible man. I wholeheartedly agree! Slainte! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digital Man Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 QUOTE (Hatchetaxe&saw @ Jan 17 2012, 03:50 AM) QUOTE (Digital Man @ Jan 15 2012, 11:35 PM) One of my Christmas presents from my wonderful bride, Sunny. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v620/skopetski/Christmas/100_6764.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v620/skopetski/Christmas/100_6762.jpg What a lovely box-set! How fabulous is Sunny??!?!? How's the Cragganmore? The 12 used to be heavenly, but the last expression I tried was a poor facsimile of it's brilliant heyday. No house should be without the mighty Lag 16 and Talisker 10. The Talisker 10 is still the best Talisker. Their Distiller Editions are too sherry infused and you lose a lot of that lovely smokiness. Slainte! She is awesome. I liked the Craggenmore the best of the three. It had a much different flavor. The others had a salty/spicy finish that I wasn't terribly fond of. I tried an Islay at a party and wasn't too fond of it either. I think my taste buds prefer the Highland distillations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hatchetaxe&saw Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 QUOTE (Digital Man @ Jan 17 2012, 02:26 PM) QUOTE (Hatchetaxe&saw @ Jan 17 2012, 03:50 AM) QUOTE (Digital Man @ Jan 15 2012, 11:35 PM) One of my Christmas presents from my wonderful bride, Sunny. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v620/skopetski/Christmas/100_6764.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v620/skopetski/Christmas/100_6762.jpg What a lovely box-set! How fabulous is Sunny??!?!? How's the Cragganmore? The 12 used to be heavenly, but the last expression I tried was a poor facsimile of it's brilliant heyday. No house should be without the mighty Lag 16 and Talisker 10. The Talisker 10 is still the best Talisker. Their Distiller Editions are too sherry infused and you lose a lot of that lovely smokiness. Slainte! She is awesome. I liked the Craggenmore the best of the three. It had a much different flavor. The others had a salty/spicy finish that I wasn't terribly fond of. I tried an Islay at a party and wasn't too fond of it either. I think my taste buds prefer the Highland distillations. Try any Old Pulteney, it's an "island" highland, comes from the tiny island of Wick. I've yet to meet an Old Pulteney I didn't like. Nice to know the Cragganmore is tasting well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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