Single Malt Scotch of Choice

Unfortunately my budget for good scotch is limited by my love of good cigars. That being said the Glenlivet is my best choice. A good scotch choice is like a good choice in women, nothing less than 18 years old.:D
 
I tend to like the Bowmore selection. A couple of days ago I picked up a bottle of Bowmore Legend, I had a glass, and though it's not quite as complex as the 12 year, it is still one of my favorites.
 
Had a great dram of Edradour 10-year un-chillfiltered (bottled in 2001 I believe). This may sound strange, but being the last pour of the bottle it really had a lot of...well...very, very fine particulates in it that really contributed to a smooth texture on the palate and a wonderful salty-sweetness. One of the best glasses of Scotch I've had in a long, long time.
 
Tripp said:
I tend to like the Bowmore selection. A couple of days ago I picked up a bottle of Bowmore Legend, I had a glass, and though it's not quite as complex as the 12 year, it is still one of my favorites.
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Was introduced to Bowmore Legend a few years ago. It has become one of my favorites since then. I was gifted a bottle of Bowmore 17yo this past christmas, very nice...
 
Certainly have acquire a taste for the single malt scotch, goodby blends. Really liked the Glenmorangie, now working on Balvenie 12yr. doublewood. Next on list either Bowmore Legend, or something in the Glenlevit line.

Bracing myself for onslought of comments, tried a taste of a Single Malt Whiskey, 12 yr. Yamazaki, produced by Japan Suntory Limited, seems it's been around for yrs and rec'd few awards. Carmel aroma and must admit found it quite tasty.
 
I'm not a big fan of Bowmore as I think there are others on the island that I prefer. Bruichladdich in particular if I'm tending toward that flavour profile, but try it because it might be for you.

I've actually tried 3 or 4 different Japanese single malts and all of them have been excellent. They are fanatical about single malt and using the old methods and create some good products. They ought to, many of are favourite distilleries our owned by them. ;)
 
Islay all the way, you can't do better that Lagavulin 16 yr. old IMHO and at $55/bottle it is hard to beat! If you like aged, peaty, smoky single malt
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If i had the money I would do a case in cask from one of the small distilleries there.
Ardbeg is one of my favorite.

I really like the McCellands 21 year old or the 50 year old they had for a while.
That was a awesome dram I had!
 
Ardbeg Lord of the Isles (if you can find it).

Lagavulin 16yo & Laphroaig 15yo for everyday drinking. Caol Ila 18yo is good too.
 
Fenwick said:
Lagavulin 16yo & Laphroaig 15yo
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Yes sir! Although I almost prefer the 10yo Laphroaig over the 15yo. For those occasions when I plan on drinking more than one or two drams, I prefer something that's sold under the name "Kolme Leijonaa" (Three Lions in English) here in Finland. It's a Scotch single malt with an Islay-like character, but I don't know who makes it. I think it's the cheapest single malt you can buy here, but it's surprisingly good nevertheless.

My favorite blend is Bushmills' Black Bush.
 
Anything Lagavulin and Ardbeg.

Lagavulin 16 and the Lagavulin 16 DE are great. As well as the Ardbeg 10 and Uigeadil.
 
Well, after reading every post in this thread, I decided to buy a bottle of Macallan 12 year old. I've got to say, this is some damn fine stuff. Thanks for the excellent recommendations, and I look forward to trying some of the other favorites that have been mentioned.
 
dkbmusic said:
Well, after reading every post in this thread, I decided to buy a bottle of Macallan 12 year old. I've got to say, this is some damn fine stuff. Thanks for the excellent recommendations, and I look forward to trying some of the other favorites that have been mentioned.
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Great call! That's my old standby. I drink more of this than any "adult beverage" other than beer.
 
I have had some different Sigle malt scotchs I am not sure if I like them but i will keep trying.

But what I found I really like is Makers Mark.
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