Show us your whisky! Vol 2
Discussion
NRS said:
whoami said:
Mr Trophy said:
Blown2CV said:
What whisky to buy for a baby?
My godson, for when he's 18 (or older)!
Budget ?My godson, for when he's 18 (or older)!
I agree, it sounded like he was thinking of something special, not a cheap budget blend... 
Hard to say really - probably not some big peat bomb, since they tend to be love/hate. However something single cask related to the year he was born in? Have you any links to places in Scotland that could help for distilleries that might have more meaning?
Blown2CV said:
sorry i should have said... £50-100 or so, maybe something unusual that might appreciate over 18 year period! Other than that, I'm not sure what sort of whisky he likes
I guess a lot of single cask bottles will appreciate, but it would be a lot harder to find one that will rise a lot compared to inflation.There is a lot of fans of Glendronach on here, and they may be a good match for you. The single cask bottles are not too expensive for their age compared to some companies, and they have quite a few of them too, which means it should be easier to get a hold of a bottle. At the same time it may limit the price increase although they do seem to go up generally.
If 2016 is his year of birth was this year perhaps this? I've never tasted it though, and their normal bottles are so good it is a question of do you want to pay the extra for a single cask. If you could go a bit over £100 then you could get more like a 18-20yo for the money, which may be worth the extra.
https://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/p/32464/glendron...
NRS said:
Blown2CV said:
sorry i should have said... £50-100 or so, maybe something unusual that might appreciate over 18 year period! Other than that, I'm not sure what sort of whisky he likes
I guess a lot of single cask bottles will appreciate, but it would be a lot harder to find one that will rise a lot compared to inflation.There is a lot of fans of Glendronach on here, and they may be a good match for you. The single cask bottles are not too expensive for their age compared to some companies, and they have quite a few of them too, which means it should be easier to get a hold of a bottle. At the same time it may limit the price increase although they do seem to go up generally.
If 2016 is his year of birth was this year perhaps this? I've never tasted it though, and their normal bottles are so good it is a question of do you want to pay the extra for a single cask. If you could go a bit over £100 then you could get more like a 18-20yo for the money, which may be worth the extra.
https://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/p/32464/glendron...
I can't tell if you lot are being sarcastic or not.... My budget comment was asking how much was willing to spending, sorry, very sleepy.
I wish I got a macallan 18 on my 18th birthday. There is still a few about but it's a ridiculous price!
I wish I got a macallan 18 on my 18th birthday. There is still a few about but it's a ridiculous price!
Edited by Mr Trophy on Tuesday 21st June 22:14
Blown2CV said:
Excellent thanks!
It could be worth waiting a day or two to see if others come up with good/ better examples. I'm not in the UK so may miss good stuff in the price range you gave. There's also some that have tasted a lot more than me so may be able to give advice on particular examples too.Mr Trophy said:
I can't tell if you lot are being sarcastic or not.... My budget comment was asking how much was willing to spending, sorry, very sleepy.
I wish I got a macallan 18 on my 18th birthday. There is still a few about but it's a ridiculous price!
I think whoami was just playing on the wording, and so instead of budget for price he pretended you were meaning buy a cheap budget whisky instead.I wish I got a macallan 18 on my 18th birthday. There is still a few about but it's a ridiculous price!
Edited by Mr Trophy on Tuesday 21st June 22:14
I've never tasted much older Macallan stuff, I have heard the newer stuff is not as good?
Were you saving the Highland Park for a special occasion, or will you try it when you feel like?
NRS said:
I think whoami was just playing on the wording, and so instead of budget for price he pretended you were meaning buy a cheap budget whisky instead.
I've never tasted much older Macallan stuff, I have heard the newer stuff is not as good?
Were you saving the Highland Park for a special occasion, or will you try it when you feel like?
Yes Sir. Getting married in December so I'll crack it open on the night of the wedding and enjoy it!I've never tasted much older Macallan stuff, I have heard the newer stuff is not as good?
Were you saving the Highland Park for a special occasion, or will you try it when you feel like?
Blown2CV said:
What whisky to buy for a baby?
My godson, for when he's 18 (or older)!
To throw in another option, if you are hoping for something to increase in value, then Imperial might be a good option in the price bracket.My godson, for when he's 18 (or older)!
The distillery itself has been demolished, so any remaining stock will certainly increase in value - I've been squirreling some away myself, but also drinking then odd one.
It closed in 1998, so there are a few bottlings around from the last few years from Gordon and MacPhail, and Signatory - so 17-19 year olds. I've opened a bottle of the first, as it's a good easy to drink whisky (possible the latest bottling available), and have a few of the second:
https://www.robertgraham1874.com/item/4844/MacPhai...
http://www.royalmilewhiskies.com/product.asp?pf_id...
http://www.royalmilewhiskies.com/product.asp?pf_id...
Even if he doesn't like whisky when he's 18, it's maybe a bit different.
BlueHave said:
Didn't realise Eden Mill made whiskey. They make a St Andrews Blonde IPA which is a particular favourite of mine.
I think they started distilling a couple of years ago - Gin and Whisky, so looking forward to seeing what both they and Brewdog produce. The three samples of Eden Mill I tried were all very good for the young age.Mr Trophy said:
NRS said:
I think whoami was just playing on the wording, and so instead of budget for price he pretended you were meaning buy a cheap budget whisky instead.
I've never tasted much older Macallan stuff, I have heard the newer stuff is not as good?
Were you saving the Highland Park for a special occasion, or will you try it when you feel like?
Yes Sir. Getting married in December so I'll crack it open on the night of the wedding and enjoy it!I've never tasted much older Macallan stuff, I have heard the newer stuff is not as good?
Were you saving the Highland Park for a special occasion, or will you try it when you feel like?
oldaudi said:
Ive got a £50 Amazon voucher burning a hole in my pocket. Anyone recommend something similar to the sherry finish Glenfarclas 17 to 21? Cheers
At the risk of sounding on repeat Glendronach are good sherry whiskies. Previously I would say the 15yo was regarded as the best one in the range, but has been discontinued for a while due to the way they treated the age after reopening.I wonder how/ if the Brexit will affect whisky prices (at auction)? Will people pull their money out of other investments and put more into whisky and other alternative investments, pushing prices even higher? Or do we see people putting their money into safe places due to all the uncertainty, with the result that auction prices might drop (great for those of us who buy to drink)?
NRS said:
At the risk of sounding on repeat Glendronach are good sherry whiskies. Previously I would say the 15yo was regarded as the best one in the range, but has been discontinued for a while due to the way they treated the age after reopening.
I wonder how/ if the Brexit will affect whisky prices (at auction)? Will people pull their money out of other investments and put more into whisky and other alternative investments, pushing prices even higher? Or do we see people putting their money into safe places due to all the uncertainty, with the result that auction prices might drop (great for those of us who buy to drink)?
Strangely enough I was dramming on my 3/4 empty bottle of Glendronach Revival 15 last night. Still a few drinks left in it. It's very very nice, and it's a pity I won't be able to replace it for a couple of years - even then there's no knowing if the replacement will be of similar quality. Might crack open the Parliament next.I wonder how/ if the Brexit will affect whisky prices (at auction)? Will people pull their money out of other investments and put more into whisky and other alternative investments, pushing prices even higher? Or do we see people putting their money into safe places due to all the uncertainty, with the result that auction prices might drop (great for those of us who buy to drink)?
sheepsplitter said:
Strangely enough I was dramming on my 3/4 empty bottle of Glendronach Revival 15 last night. Still a few drinks left in it. It's very very nice, and it's a pity I won't be able to replace it for a couple of years - even then there's no knowing if the replacement will be of similar quality. Might crack open the Parliament next.
I still have one unopened one tucked away. I've been thinking about the Parliament too - it's the one I haven't tried yet from their standard range.Finished up quite a few almost empty bottles recently, after deciding I need to not have too many bottles open at once.
Been asked if I want to make an offer on these by my mother in law. Her partner is Irish and I know nothing about Irish whiskeys (theres a couple of scotches in there too) and has given them to her to sell for charity. I get first dibs - is there anything in there worth having or just worth the standard current price of the recently bottled equivalent?
Podie said:
So, this just happened...
It's been a rough week, so thought we'd open one. 
A few years ago, Mrs Podie and I met Lefty at Glenglassaugh to see the casks. We sampled a few, and then hammered their tasting suite
I've bought 2 bottles of other people's casks and they were fab, and this is very much a Glenglassaugh. If you're in the cask club, I'd highly recommend you get one.
olimain said:
Been asked if I want to make an offer on these by my mother in law. Her partner is Irish and I know nothing about Irish whiskeys (theres a couple of scotches in there too) and has given them to her to sell for charity. I get first dibs - is there anything in there worth having or just worth the standard current price of the recently bottled equivalent?
Sorry to bump - any obvious gems in there guys?olimain said:
olimain said:
Been asked if I want to make an offer on these by my mother in law. Her partner is Irish and I know nothing about Irish whiskeys (theres a couple of scotches in there too) and has given them to her to sell for charity. I get first dibs - is there anything in there worth having or just worth the standard current price of the recently bottled equivalent?
Sorry to bump - any obvious gems in there guys?Today was the new release day in Norway for whiskies, a lot of interesting G&M and Blackadder releases, but the prices were generally really high. They are a lot cheaper to buy in the UK at auction, and that wasn't even counting for the 10% or so "discount" with the weakening of the pound since Brexit.
NRS said:
I don't think so. The Glenfiddich Pure Malt is probably something like £40, unless there is something special related to the box (from a quick search seems like it is probably a clan tin and maybe could be worth more if it was special but didn't see that tin in auction). I can't see what the other 2 Glenfiddich bottles are, they'd probably be the ones worth most. If the bottles were single malts they'd probably be worth at least £50-100, but since they're blends the value is not that high (although a bit more than the modern equivalent).
Today was the new release day in Norway for whiskies, a lot of interesting G&M and Blackadder releases, but the prices were generally really high. They are a lot cheaper to buy in the UK at auction, and that wasn't even counting for the 10% or so "discount" with the weakening of the pound since Brexit.
Thanks for this. I generally drink Lagavulin/Laphroaig/Ardbeg and really know nothing about the Irish (wasn't sure if the ceramic jugs were worth anything). May grab the Glenfiddichs just for good measure!Today was the new release day in Norway for whiskies, a lot of interesting G&M and Blackadder releases, but the prices were generally really high. They are a lot cheaper to buy in the UK at auction, and that wasn't even counting for the 10% or so "discount" with the weakening of the pound since Brexit.
Oh and any idea what the one in the blue tin lying down on the right hand side is?
Edited by olimain on Friday 1st July 17:17
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