I'm fairly new to the complexities that is single malt Scotch. What are some good choices to start with? Mainly, I'm looking for something smokey but not too peaty. Also, not to extravagant that I can't find it in most liquor stores, and not too expensive that I can 't afford it. So far I have tried Glenfiddich 12yr, Auchentoshan 10yr, and Macallen 12 year. The Glenfiddich was good, but I think I like the Macallen better. The Auchentoshan is supposed to have a low peat flavor, but it tases "dirty" to me. Any help would be greatly appreciacted before I drop $40 or more on something I may not be ready for.
2007-03-19 15:58:48 · 7 answers · asked by mrmiller 1 in Food & Drink ➔ Beer, Wine & Spirits
I am not much help, as my favourite is in the $80 category (Laehroig), but my brother who is new to whisky really likes the $50 Glenlivit. I like that as well.
A great idea is to identify a good scottish bar, where you can taste different whiskies by the glass. A couple a wekk will give you a good idea, particularly if you always include your favourite one from the week before.
careful driving tho. they can sock it to you about 1/2 hour later!
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2007-03-19 16:29:38 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Beginner Single Malt Scotch
2016-11-04 11:32:34 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try the Oban 14 yr. Open it up with a little water and it's a beautiful thing. Smooth, smoky flavor with a little bit of honey and hazelnut. It doesn't have that slightly medicinal taste that you can get from peatier Scotches. And it's not too pricey, should be around $60-65. Most bars with a decent single malt selection should have it, so you could try a snort for around $10 before investing in the bottle. Hope you enjoy it. Cheers.
2007-03-20 05:39:37 · answer #3 · answered by cineurope 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Craggenmore and Glenfarclas are good choices. They may not be as smokey as you're looking for but can be found about anywhere that sells single malt and both are very reasonably priced. They both are Speyside malts which refers to where they are made. This area has the most distillerys and is generally protected from ocean breezes which can add the "iodine" like character some people dislike.
2007-03-20 09:07:24 · answer #4 · answered by porphous 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Glenlivet is good for beginners
Old Sheep Dip is great and the price is right too
http://www.sendwine.com/id107616list3185product.html
Glenmorangie is okay but expensive
The older it is generally the better the stuff is too.
2007-03-19 19:32:14 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I really like the Glenmorangie. It's really smooth.
2007-03-19 18:43:41 · answer #6 · answered by q_bertk57 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
have fun!
http://www.maltmadness.com/beginners.html
2007-03-19 17:29:37 · answer #7 · answered by Cister 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋