Favorite scotch

[TimTA95]

I'm trying to find the best tasting mid price scotch. I drank the Jonny Walker Black and it does seem pretty harsh for a scotch. What in your guy's opinion is the smoothest scotch that you can get for 25-40 bucks?

[stevethrower]

Try Talisker 8 or 10 year old... if you like single malt scotch....

http://www.scotchwhisky.com/focus/talisker.htm

[PorchMonkey4Life]

i really like the edradour 10yo
it is a highland single malt from the smallest distillery in scotland
only 12 barrels are made a week

[Tax Kuntz]

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Belt of

[TimTA95]

are any of these redily available in a liquor store ala shop right liquors or are these special order?

[stevethrower]

Well Talisker here is typically available at Vintages stores here (fancy pants government run liquour stores that carry a broader selection)... and typically I can only get it like 3 or 4 times a year as well.

Mind you they did have some 25 year old... but only $200 bucks CDN... for a 26 oz...:)

http://www.singlemaltscotchking.com/cart/search_result.asp?CATEGORY=Talisker

[ChrisH]

Well, problem is that 25-40 doesn't give you a lot of leeway if you want a really good scotch. While you can get decent blends for that price (actually, I prefer Johnny Red to Black, which is heresy, I know), in my humble opinion, single malts are better quality and taste than blends (like Johnny Walker, Dewars, etc.). I am fond of the smokier, peatier Island of Islay single malts; in particular, Laphroaig, Lagavullin and Oban (although the latter may not be Islay). They are all between 40-60 per bottle, with Lagavullin being the most expensive, and are all excellent choices (and would make good fathers day presents if your dad drinks).

[TimTA95]

yeah I'm not gonna go out of my way to get some good quality scotch although I should try it sometime. All I'm lookin for is run of the mill smooth scotch, if there is such a thing. There was this one scotch I had at my brother's wedding and if I can recall its name, i believe it was doors, but I'm not sure cause I heard alot of awful shit about doors. Any suggestion helps cause I really cant stand Jonny Walker its just like drinking Jack Danials, which isnt such a bad thing if you want to get shitfaced but I'm in the mood to get drunk in a classy way, nothing can beat a good scotch.

[stevethrower]

Well what I might suggest is a book by Micheal Jackson (not the kid toucher)...

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0762413131/qid=1118615458/sr=2-5/ref=pd_bbs_b_2_5/102-8918744-8608141

and

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/076240731X/qid=1118615458/sr=2-6/ref=pd_bbs_b_2_6/102-8918744-8608141

I have an old copy of the second book... never steered me wrong....

Oh and try to find a booze store that has length and bredth of selection...

[turdfrgsn]

b&b w/a little weed

[roche]

I am one of the few that prefer blended, so most scotch drinkers dismiss my opinions.

Here are some of the ones I like under 30 a bottle.

Johnny Black
Dewars 12 year reserve
Glenfiddich - My favorite

[stevethrower]

U ever try the Johnny Walker Blue?

[roche]

U ever try the Johnny Walker Blue?

I haven't. I can't see paying 160 for a bottle.

I have tried the Green and Gold though.

[Mommadeez4u]

The Best Scotch Malts in The World (http://www.whiskymag.com/magazine/issue39/best_whiskies/the_best_scotch_malts_in_the_world.html)

[MetalSign]

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Belt of


Beat me to it. That's immediately what I thought of when I saw this thread...

[ChrisH]

U ever try the Johnny Walker Blue?

No disrespect to anyone who loves the Blue, but I've heard that it is the single biggest waste of money, booze-wise (overrated, etc.). In all honesty, though, I've never tried it.

[GreatAmericanZero]

WHITESIDE

if u want a cheap $14 a liter bottle, nothing beats Whiteside...i get it all the time

[click]

What about Chivas? I'm pretty much a JD guy, but I like the
Chivas if I'm going blended scotch and don't want to spend
the $ for a single malt.

[roche]

What about Chivas? I'm pretty much a JD guy, but I like the
Chivas if I'm going blended scotch and don't want to spend
the $ for a single malt.

There is something about Chivas that I do not like. I cannot put my finger on it.

[click]

There is something about Chivas that I do not like. I cannot put my finger on it.

Shit, now I'm thinking about cracking this bottle of Chivas I've had awhile. It's old as hell. My unc gave it to me a few years ago and he had it for
probably 20 yrs. It does have a weird flavor unlike the Johnnie Walkers.

[roche]

Shit, now I'm thinking about cracking this bottle of Chivas I've had awhile. It's old as hell. My unc gave it to me a few years ago and he had it for
probably 20 yrs. It does have a weird flavor unlike the Johnnie Walkers.

I would save that for a special occasion

[TimTA95]

WHITESIDE

if u want a cheap $14 a liter bottle, nothing beats Whiteside...i get it all the time




wow thats pretty cheap, but how does that compare to J Walker?

[click]

I would save that for a special occasion
Oh definately, I was just joking. Has the old wax seal type cap.

[turdfrgsn]

when you're rollin' down the highway at night
and you're feelin' that wild turkey's bite
don't give johnny walker a ride
jack black is right by yo' side
you might get taken to the jailhouse and find
you've been arrested for drivin' while blind

--zz top

[GreatAmericanZero]

wow thats pretty cheap, but how does that compare to J Walker?

who gives a fuck? honestly, usually when i drink i drink whiskey and when i do its usually 86.8proof whiteside....the way whiteside tastes is good because there is like a very weak aftertaste so u just get the brain-cell killing goodness in ur body nice and smoothly.

[click]

who gives a fuck? honestly, usually when i drink i drink whiskey and when i do its usually 86.8proof whiteside....the way whiteside tastes is good because there is like a very weak aftertaste so u just get the brain-cell killing goodness in ur body nice and smoothly.
I'm with you man.

[GreatAmericanZero]

yeah...when did Jack Daniels go down to 80proof anyway? it used to be more than that and i wanted to get a bottle of something more gooder than whiteside when i was graduating college and like they told me jack daniels is now 80proof and i was like "Fuck that!"

[BeltOfScotch]

This thread makes me happy.

If you don't like Johnny Walker Black I don't know what to say, but for me when it comes to quality in the price range, that's the best I see. If you're willing to go up to $40 or so, you can't really go wrong with Glenfiddich though. I'd suggest to check that one out and see what you think, you can get the 8yr. I think for about $30-$35.

My personal favorite, almost regardless of price is Oban, it does run $50-60 a bottle but to me it is absolutely worth it.

I've had the Johnny Walker Blue on two occasions, and I can say it is definitely superior to any scotch I've ever had. If you're in a situation where you can con someone to pay the $35 or so it is for a glass in a restaurant, defintely take them up on it. Whether or not it's worth the $200/bottle, I'm no so sure.

[stevethrower]

Oban... ok... umm sir you ever try Talsiker sir?

[BeltOfScotch]

Regardless of my name, no I have not yet had the chance to try every scotch made on the planet as of yet. I'll try and get some Talisker when I have the chance though.

[stevethrower]

Regardless of my name, no I have not yet had the chance to try every scotch made on the planet as of yet. I'll try and get some Talisker when I have the chance though.

Well this one you might like if you like single malts sir... funny enough Johnny Walker actually owns the distillery so when u drink the red... blue... black etc... u might be drinking some Talisker sir...

K I have loved this scotch for like I dunno 10 years... first time it appeared was like $25 bucks CDN (for 8 year old)... now for 10 year old $65 bucks CDN... same shit... so what the fuck with the price increase... yeesh

Oh and stay away from Glen Morangie as they age the scotch in sherry barrels... bleech... way to sweet for me...

[roche]

This thread makes me happy.

If you don't like Johnny Walker Black I don't know what to say, but for me when it comes to quality in the price range, that's the best I see. If you're willing to go up to $40 or so, you can't really go wrong with Glenfiddich though. I'd suggest to check that one out and see what you think, you can get the 8yr. I think for about $30-$35.

My personal favorite, almost regardless of price is Oban, it does run $50-60 a bottle but to me it is absolutely worth it.

I've had the Johnny Walker Blue on two occasions, and I can say it is definitely superior to any scotch I've ever had. If you're in a situation where you can con someone to pay the $35 or so it is for a glass in a restaurant, defintely take them up on it. Whether or not it's worth the $200/bottle, I'm no so sure.

You like the blended, your opinion is worthless. :)

[stevethrower]

You like the blended, your opinion is worthless. :)

Blends are fine... if they are good blends... just saying as all... but you cannot get singles everywhere... so a good blend is always a good option sir...

[roche]

Blends are fine... if they are good blends... just saying as all... but you cannot get singles everywhere... so a good blend is always a good option sir...

I agree 100%. That was a jab at those obnoxious scotch drinkers who dismiss everything you say unless you will only drink single malt.

[stevethrower]

But if I still have access to Talisiker... sorry... no blends:)

[roche]

If you don't like Johnny Walker Black I don't know what to say

I had to go back to this. Belt has a point. Maybe Scotch isn't your drink.

[Tossed Salad]

I'm a relatively new scotch fan, but I do enjoy Chivas Regal 12 yr. The 18yr is more expensive, but it's phenominal.

[THE FEZ MAN]

i prefer whisky i got a bottle of bushmills for xmass last year i havent even opened yet. im also getting hooked on the white lightning that i got a few weeks ago from a friend

[bossdjbware]

Not much of a scotch drinker. I prefer the Small Batch Bourbons.


b&b w/a little weed
Crowes fans huh?

Amorica is a great fucking album. I heard they record it while shrooming their faces off.

[jc_from_li]

mcallen 18 is my pick.

[stevethrower]

Yes I do have an affinity to bourbon... like Knob Creek, Makers Mark... etc... but if you go into some "chain" restaurant Ummm Applebees or what ev what are the chances they have premium booze... not being a snob... but after a desert I like a snort of summin good... pref a good scotch or bourbon yada yada... if you just want to get drunk... drink Everclear... yeesh

This is what pisses me off... local restaurants are being wiped out by large chains... read an article in Playboy about home town where Wal-Mart is...Bentonville, Arkansas... if you ask where can you get like local BBQ and shit... you are directed to the main strip where these chain restaurants are... k that is not right... best meal I ever has recently was in a road side cafe in Alabama... chicken fried steak... with red eye gravy... mashed potatoes... fried ochra... and creamed corn... not gourmet by any standard but a really good meal... good luck finding that at your local chain restaurant...

[NUGHUFFER]

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[stevethrower]

Err wait what... k hot red head chicks always good but ummm?

[ChrisH]

One thing to also keep in mind is that it is not unheard of (or, depending on where you live, uncommon) for bars/restuarants to fill name bottles (i.e. Johnny Black) with shit scotch. Usually happens at bars where they assume the clientelle won't notice (i.e. 20-something bars) or where the liquor itself (Vodka) can be switched without someone knowing. I've actually been to bars here in NYC where they had the balls to serve me "Johnny Red" (scotch) which was unquestionably bourbon. If you know anything about scotch and bourbon, they are NOT even remotely close.

As a rule of thumb, the better the bar/restaurant, the less likely this will happen.

[NUGHUFFER]

Err wait what... k hot red head chicks always good but ummm?

She's scottish. :icon_wink
My joke stinks. Cue the Hulk music.

[BeltOfScotch]

But if I still have access to Talisiker... sorry... no blends:)

Bringing this back for a quick story, was at a restaurant in the city last night that any scotch drinker needs to go to, Keens Steakhouse (36th and 6th). They have about 200 single malts available. I was going to try your Talisker 18 but based on what I said I liked the waiter suggested Aberlour A'bundah cask strength. I'd never heard of it but it was very good stuff, he also mentioned a liquor store on Madison (but perhaps 3rd) between 45th and 55th (I know not the best directions) but he said they have a great selection if you're looking for good single malts.

[stinkbud]

IF I am gonna drink, it is damned well gonna be Wild Turkey 101 proof bourbon on the rocks. If that isnt available, then I'll gladly drink anything else, but the Turkey is always the drink of choice.

[highfive]

yeah...when did Jack Daniels go down to 80proof anyway? it used to be more than that and i wanted to get a bottle of something more gooder than whiteside when i was graduating college and like they told me jack daniels is now 80proof and i was like "Fuck that!"
Alcohol is taxed by proof....so brown Forman (company that owns JD) saves money by lowering the proof. Also, they use water to cut the proof which means the can make more jack Daniels. Again....more money for Brown Forman.