Which whiskey is most palatable?

[davepoth]

This might be a little heretical but...

have you tried adding a little water?

[technodup]

krunchkin said:

there is no "fuss". Whiskey is an alcohol delivery system which somehow manages to attract more bullst than the French wine industry. And that takes some doing, Fair play to the Jocks

This. Never has so much pish been written/spoken about one drink.

500+ reviews here https://www.youtube.com/user/ralfystuff

I can't stand whisky, it's vile. But I can't stop watching these, purely for the amount of utter nonsense he spouts. For something which famously has only four ingredients it's amazing some of the unlikely flavours he can smell and taste within them.

[Shambler]

Try Scapa, you'll know I'm right when you try it.

[Blown2CV]

I'd advise ignoring some of the posters on here recommending st mass produced cheap blends. Good way to put you right off, they are the least likeable offerings.

[gifdy]

Blown2CV said:

I'd advise ignoring some of the posters on here recommending st mass produced cheap blends. Good way to put you right off, they are the least likeable offerings.

Eh ?? The only blend recommended is Chivas Regal and I wouldn't say that was ste.

Best advice above is the Waitrose tasters. What a great evening that would be.

[mcflurry]

Although not Scottish, the Jameson's packs a punch well above it's £18 price point

Around the £30-40 mark there are loads of decent bottles - personally I love the Balvenie, although do like ice and water with mine (awaits flaming)..

[magpies]

as whiskey tends to be more 'peaty/smokey' the more northwest you go Lowland / Highland / Island, you may wish to start your travels in the Lowlands - a good start would be Glenkinchie which is distilled just inland from Dunbar (Haddington).

[hornetrider]

technodup said:

500+ reviews here https://www.youtube.com/user/ralfystuff

Lol.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AfnTeOukYAs&li...

I love the comedy pause then: 'watermelon rum'.

[aizvara]

krunchkin said:

yes - good luck enjoying the unique and amazing flavours of mass produced alcohol owned by global beverage giants. Next up - Moet&Chandon

Springbank is family owned, and Glenfiddich is still owned by the original Grant family, isn't it? The whole company sells some great whisky like Highland Park. And Glenmorangie is also a fairly small company. Would you call these global beverage giants?

[Stuart70]

krunchkin said:

Stuart70 said:

Springbank is a lowland malt and an easy drink to acclimatise. Otherwise glenmorangie, glenfiddich are good starters.

Good luck and enjoy developing your taste.

yes - good luck enjoying the unique and amazing flavours of mass produced alcohol owned by global beverage giants. Next up - Moet&Chandon

Who rattled your cage? I made no comment on ownership of the manufacturer. I believe springbank is small co, but may be wrong. OP asked for beginners advice, what would you recommend?

[prand]

Stuart70 said:

Who rattled your cage? I made no comment on ownership of the manufacturer. I believe springbank is small co, but may be wrong. OP asked for beginners advice, what would you recommend?

Troll (although perhaps well meaning, but preachy) best ignored.

[Stuart70]

prand said:

Troll (although perhaps well meaning, but preachy) best ignored.

Thanks chap, I will leave him to it.

[nick s]

I'm going to have to say The Glenlivet 12. Such an easy drop to drink. It's my regular go to if I just fancy an easy one during the week. Not my favourite at all, just the easiest to get on with for a beginner I reckon.

[aizvara]

nick s said:

I'm going to have to say The Glenlivet 12. Such an easy drop to drink. It's my regular go to if I just fancy an easy one during the week. Not my favourite at all, just the easiest to get on with for a beginner I reckon.

Yep, I didn't like whisky until fairly recently and Glenlivet 12 is what I started with straight after going on a tour of the place. The 18 is smoother, so might be easier to drink for newcomers. Any of the easily available Macallans are also great in this way.

[don4l]

If you like Black Bush, then you first port of call should be a bottle of Green Bush. It is a little more expensive, but much smoother.

A Scotch that you will probably enjoy is Glengoyne 15 year old. It isn't peaty, but has some strong flavours.

As others have said, both should have a couple of drops of water to release the flavours.

[jfbrin]

If you are looking for smooth, I would point you towards Jameson. Just the normal whiskey is very drinkable so don't feel that you have to chase the older stuff. Personally, I am not a fan of very peaty malts but I have been most impressed indeed with Paddy which coincidentally is another Irish candidate. Well worth trying. Good luck with your research.....

[jfbrin]

If you are looking for smooth, I would point you towards Jameson. Just the normal whiskey is very drinkable so don't feel that you have to chase the older stuff. Personally, I am not a fan of very peaty malts but I have been most impressed indeed with Paddy which coincidentally is another Irish candidate. Well worth trying. Good luck with your research.....

[oddman]

technodup said:

Never has so much pish been written/spoken about one drink. 500+ reviews here https://www.youtube.com/user/ralfystuff

TBF ralfy has some good 'beginner' videos, is very knowledgeable and has an amusing delivery

His tasting notes are OTT but as long as you take it with a splash of water I think he's OK

Oddly 2 out of 3 of his beginner recommendations would match mine

Old Pultney 12 yo - light in style - try if you don't like strong flavours

Highland Park 12 yo- the malt of malts - my recommendation and favourite affordable malt

Caol Isla 12 yo - not tried it yet - I'd go Ardbeg 10 yo or Talisker 10 yo to show what the western isles can do - bit more full on but not peat monsters

All of mine are available at supermarkets for < £30 when there's an offer on

[jammy_basturd]

Some of the larger Sainsbury's are offering this triple selection pack of Balvenies for £16 at the moment. Great way to try three great whiskys.