The Whisky / Whiskey thread

[DogManDude]

Glenlivet might be worth a try.

[RobustoClubHavana]

If just trying out I suggest finding a shop and buy a selection of minis and have a little tasting before spending ?40 on a bottle u may not like


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[DogManDude]

Search for 'drinks by the dram'... Then enjoy!

[RobustoClubHavana]

Trying a Bavarian whiskey tonight



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[TheMonk]

Ok gents, I'm gonna cave, I'm going to give whisky a try again, it's been a few years since I had it last and as a Scot I think it's a duty to try again.

I know for a fact that I dislike peaty whisky, and can't stand Jamiesons.

Looking for about a ?40 or less bottle.
Can I have some suggestions please?


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If you don't like peaty whiskies, or smoother and more neutral triple distilled ones (like Jameson), I'd say:

- Balvenie 12: beautifully balanced single malt, goes fabulously with a cigar, after a nice dinner;
- Glenfarclas 12: very sweet, strong sherry presence;
- Highland Park 12: a sweeter one, but also with some saltiness there - a very complete single malt;
- Springbank 10: a more citric and saltier whisky, with some light fruit;


Alternatively, you could also try Glenmorangie 12 (mildly sweet) or even Talisker 12 that, despite having some peatiness, has a strong salty flavor and a very nice kick to it.

Glenfiddich and Glenlivet are also very nice whiskies, but they're generally too fruity for me (until the older expressions), there's not enough wood or sweetness to balance them out.

[tommy]

Shit, that's even more expensive than it is here. Will need to try and find a bottle to bring back with me, I love it. You tried Hibiki?

Hey. Do you mean the Amazon price is more than there or the Tesco's price of ?45? It's one of the best spirits I've had, I'll definitely be trying more from Suntory buddy. If you bring any back Id be keen to get some of the others in this Yamazaki range. What's the price like on the 10 year old, the 2010 puncheon and the bourbon barrel?

[parnaby]

Hey. Do you mean the Amazon price is more than there or the Tesco's price of ?45? It's one of the best spirits I've had, I'll definitely be trying more from Suntory buddy. If you bring any back Id be keen to get some of the others in this Yamazaki range. What's the price like on the 10 year old, the 2010 puncheon and the bourbon barrel?

45 quid is expensive. I'm sure it's about 30 here. I'm going to the airport tomorrow so will check the price of them all. Don't find it in many supermarkets because of the Muslim thing.


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[tommy]

That makes sense. I would ask you to bring me some but I'm guessing you'll be bringing your quota already [emoji1]

[RobustoClubHavana]

Bought this great Irish whiskey last week
Had two customers come in and I said to try this whiskey as I found it tip top the guy drunk 9/10ths of the bottle in one session so I am about to finish it off

It was bottled in Oct 14 so didn't last long [emoji1]I highly recommend this whiskey purchased from M of M
Enjoy I am


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[DogManDude]

Tullamore D.E.W tonight. Sweet, smooth, touch of brininess. Compelling baked bananas aroma. The Irish make a pretty good whisky.

[DogManDude]

A dram of Dalwinnie 15 yo to round off this evening.

[Joss]

A dram of Dalwinnie 15 yo to round off this evening.

Very nice. Sweet and light, always makes for a refreshing change if more robust tasting whiskeys are the regular drink.

[DogManDude]

Tonight a whisky tasting and so one from each region: St George's, Tynconnell, AnConc 12 yo, and Penderyn Medeira Cask.

[DogManDude]

Very nice. Sweet and light, always makes for a refreshing change if more robust tasting whiskeys are the regular drink.

Yeah, Dalwinnie is a fav of mine.

[Pseudonym]

Ok gents, I'm gonna cave, I'm going to give whisky a try again, it's been a few years since I had it last and as a Scot I think it's a duty to try again.

I know for a fact that I dislike peaty whisky, and can't stand Jamiesons.

Looking for about a ?40 or less bottle.
Can I have some suggestions please?


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I'd always recommend a lighter dram if you want to get into whisky. Glengoyne, Dalwinnie, or even a grain whisky. Grain whiskies tend to be sweeter not so heady. You could give Hedonism a try.

Best advise is to do as advised before. Search for "drinks by the dram" and pick a selection. That way you're not burdened with a full bottle of it's not to your taste.

Cheers
Rob