Whisky galore

[BlackCat]

If I was a Ph D I certainly would choose this subject, but being a mere amateur, I will claim the following :

Isle of Islay produces the best single malts. Laproaigh is the rough one you either detest or love. Caol Ila is the smooth one that you just drink and drink. BruichLaddich, while smooth and drinkable, is way too high priced.

Glenfiddich : If someone offers me a std such, I wouldn't say no, but buy it ? Drop dead ! Though, I have got upon a Glenfiddich Caoran reserve and I like it ! It actually have the quality "hey, this tastes good, I want more".

Isle of Skye : Tallisker - not as distinct as an Islay, but still very good.

Speyside : Cragganmore - who cares if it is used in irish coffe ?

Highland : Dalwhinnie - something like the glenfiddich - smooth enjoyable and certainly drinkable.

No doubt, there must be several both amateurs and professionals on poly on this subject, so pop your opinions/experiences.

[Zkribbler]

Krivens! It lukes like we'll sune be havvin' one druunken poosie kat heer.

[BlackCat]

Originally posted by Zkribbler
Krivens! It lukes like we'll sune be havvin' one druunken poosie kat heer.

That depends seriously upon your answers - if you recomend too many good wiskeys I might get drunk

[Zoid]

You forgot the best whisky ever, Highland Park. Especially the 18 year old. It's liquid gold I tell you!

Another favourite is Glenmorangie, smooth yet forceful!

I've had a long lasting love affair with Islay whisky, but we've grown apart or something. I no longer get the same kick out of licking the freshly tarred burning bridge that is Laphroaig. Bowmore, Lagavulin and Ardbeg also leaves me somewhat cold these days...

[Drogue]

Originally posted by BlackCat
Isle of Skye : Tallisker - not as distinct as an Islay, but still very good.

Really? Talisker I tend to think of as the most distinctive flavour of any malt. It's in it's own category for a reason!

Originally posted by BlackCat
No doubt, there must be several both amateurs and professionals on poly on this subject, so pop your opinions/experiences.

The main thing is which one from each distillery you drink.

I'm a huge fan of lowland malts, especially Rosebank (sadly no-longer running). Beautifully smooth and a fabulous fruityness. I'm also a fan of most Highland ones, with Glenfarclas, Glenmorangie and The Glenlivet being particular favourites. Balwinnie's Doublewood is also one I'm very fond of.

As for Islays, I tend to be an anything-but-Laphroig, although I'm no Lagavulin fan either. Bruchladdich is lovely (at least the Infinity I tried was) and Caol Ila is definitely a favourite.

[BlackCat]

Originally posted by Zoid
You forgot the best whisky ever, Highland Park. Especially the 18 year old. It's liquid gold I tell you!

Nope, haven't forgot it - just didn't know about it - sounds like worth of a try

Another favourite is Glenmorangie, smooth yet forceful!

The real purpose of this thread - recommendig good wiskeys

I've had a long lasting love affair with Islay whisky, but we've grown apart or something. I no longer get the same kick out of licking the freshly tarred burning bridge that is Laphroaig. Bowmore, Lagavulin and Ardbeg also leaves me somewhat cold these days...

You are right, the Islay whiskeys are special. Most people will probably connect them with the sea, but I have had a distorted childhood with a father collecting railroad steam engines and wagons, so my thoughts are a bit different

[BlackCat]

Originally posted by Drogue

Really? Talisker I tend to think of as the most distinctive flavour of any malt. It's in it's own category for a reason!

Well, my experience is an 10 year old such and maybe not a good choice.

The main thing is which one from each distillery you drink.

QFT Though, personal taste can have an impact.

I'm a huge fan of lowland malts, especially Rosebank (sadly no-longer running). Beautifully smooth and a fabulous fruityness. I'm also a fan of most Highland ones, with Glenfarclas, Glenmorangie and The Glenlivet being particular favourites. Balwinnie's Doublewood is also one I'm very fond of.

BC makes notes

As for Islays, I tend to be an anything-but-Laphroig, although I'm no Lagavulin fan either. Bruchladdich is lovely (at least the Infinity I tried was) and Caol Ila is definitely a favourite.

Well, laproaig is probably a hate/love whisky, so I agree to disagree I'm not that fond of BruichLaddich after trying the Moine Mhor - I found it a bit, how do you say it - common.

Caol Ila

[Zopperoni]

Yes, I like Talisker as well The one you should get is the Distiller's Edition, it is awesome.

Right now, we have a bottle of Lowlands in-house, a three wood Auchentoshan triple-distilled

[Drogue]

Originally posted by Zopperoni
a three wood Auchentoshan triple-distilled

That's not a cheap whisky

[BlackCat]

Originally posted by Zopperoni
Yes, I like Talisker as well The one you should get is the Distiller's Edition, it is awesome.

Right now, we have a bottle of Lowlands in-house, a three wood Auchentoshan triple-distilled

Living in the country of Aquavit, special whiskeys isn't that easy to find, but I will remember to look out for this one

[Zopperoni]

If you're flying, you should be able to get it at airports, duty-free

Originally posted by Drogue
That's not a cheap whisky

My flatmate bought it when he was in Glasgow last summer. I think it was worth it

Come to think of it. One of my managers recommended Johnnie Walker Blue Label. Anyone have experience with that?

[BlackCat]

Originally posted by Zopperoni
If you're flying, you should be able to get it at airports, duty-free

Duty-free my ass (excuse my bad french ) I mainly fly in the euro zone, so no duty free.

Though, having some 900 £ excess each month, that is not my main issue

[MOBIUS]

**** me, you know you're in trouble when you start agreeing with Blackcat...

Islay Whisky

Though my favourites are the S. Islay ones, particularly Lagavulin and Ardbeg. If I want something a little less robust then I'll reach for a Bowmore...

Next: Talisker. Another taste explosion from the Inner Hebrides!

After that I haven't yet found a mainland whiskey that's lived up to the above mentioned labels...

Maybe Glenfarclas is interesting because it's 60% vol...

Before I knew about Whisky, I thought it was **** because as a teenager I'd only drunk the crap stuff (interesting CG thread about this phenomenon...) and didn't appreciate the quality available, like Johnnie Walker Red, Bells and Teachers. One day I had Johnnie Walker black and realised that there was a whole world out there I hadn't tried...!

Of course, now that 'Aur Cymru', Penderyn is on the scene, I have to close patriotic ranks these days...

[Jon Miller]

I love my Talisker.

My general drinking whiskey's are:
Crown Royal
Knob Creek
Jameson
Johnny Walker (Black)
Maker's Mark

Jon Miller

[Drogue]

Originally posted by Zopperoni
Come to think of it. One of my managers recommended Johnnie Walker Blue Label. Anyone have experience with that?

Not worth it. Johnnie Walker is reasonable stuff, but overpriced. For that much money, go for a vintage single malt. Has more character and better quality. Or even just a Glenfarclas 21yo or somesuch.

[Imran Siddiqui]

I like the Bourbon whiskey's myself, especially the Kentucky variety. I've enjoyed Jefferson's Reserve and 1792 Ridgemont Reserve, both Kentucky bourbons made from small batches

[Jon Miller]

Jack Daniels special or whatever it is called is much better then normal Jack Daniels. (is small batch)

JM

[Addled Platypus]

whisky a gogo

http://www.casenet.com/music/whiskycalendar.htm

[Zkribbler]

Wasn't "Whisky Galore" the name of James Bond's girlfriend in Goldfinger II?

[BlackCat]

Originally posted by Zkribbler
Wasn't "Whisky Galore" the name of James Bond's girlfriend in Goldfinger II?

Close but no cigar unless your name is Clinton - Bill Clinton

[BlackCat]

Btw. finished off my bottle of Caol Ila during super bowl - must find a replacement

[LordShiva]

Talisker

Bourbons

Indian whiskies :interesting:

Amrut is very good, and is made in my hometown Matures in tropical oak casks, 1000m above sea level.

[Cranky]

Whatever gets me pissed.

[CerberusIV]

I've never really liked the island malts - I always want to reach for the mouthwash afterwards to get rid of the taste. I used to drink Glenmorangie mostly.

After moving to Ireland I realised that there are several very good Irish whiskies. Ordinary Jameson is OK but the 12 yo is well worth the extra money and my normal choice these days. Tyrconnel (which I have never come across outside Ireland) is also good if you like a light whisky.

Bushmills I find to be a bit too harsh. Paddy has a soft taste and is not to my liking. Powers is stronger with a spicy finish.

If you are ever near Cork go to Midleton and take the Old Distillery tour (hint: be quick and volunteer for the whisky tasting at the end). Well worth it and the shop is the only place that sells Jameson Distillery Reserve. Not cheap at just over 40 euros a bottle but simply the best whisky I have ever drunk - we'll be going back for a couple more bottles v. soon!

http://www.jamesonwhiskey.com/

http://www.cooleywhiskey.com/

[Stuie]

My wife likes Dalmore - especially their Cigar Malt.

I tend more toward bourbons, Woodford probably being my preference. Although... Bookers is good stuff if I have the money.

[Arrian]

I used to like The Macallan, but I find I can't really stomach whiskey anymore. Getting old...

-Arrian

[Zkribbler]

Originally posted by Zkribbler
Wasn't "Whisky Galore" the name of James Bond's girlfriend in Goldfinger II?

Then, in Goldfinger III, was their cousin from India: Bang Galore!

[LordShiva]

Originally posted by Zkribbler
Then, in Goldfinger III, was their cousin from India: Bang Galore!

Bangalore