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Podie said:
The Singleton of Dufftown was / is designed to help intorduce people to malts.
If you're liking the sherried taste, then look at the other Speyside malts - Aberlour (as you mention), Balvenie, and then as you get a taste for them look at something a bit more challenging like a Dalmore.
Ah interesting, explains why it's so smooth I guess?If you're liking the sherried taste, then look at the other Speyside malts - Aberlour (as you mention), Balvenie, and then as you get a taste for them look at something a bit more challenging like a Dalmore.
I was never a huge fan of sherried whisky but it's growing on me, probably just hadn't sampled the right ones! Nice recommendations there, I drove around Scotland last summer and popped into any distillery we went past to build up a decent collection, among those gathered are the ones you mention, all go down nicely! Must get a pic at some point before they all vanish, I swear it evaporates!
wombleh said:
Podie said:
The Singleton of Dufftown was / is designed to help intorduce people to malts.
If you're liking the sherried taste, then look at the other Speyside malts - Aberlour (as you mention), Balvenie, and then as you get a taste for them look at something a bit more challenging like a Dalmore.
Ah interesting, explains why it's so smooth I guess?If you're liking the sherried taste, then look at the other Speyside malts - Aberlour (as you mention), Balvenie, and then as you get a taste for them look at something a bit more challenging like a Dalmore.
I was never a huge fan of sherried whisky but it's growing on me, probably just hadn't sampled the right ones! Nice recommendations there, I drove around Scotland last summer and popped into any distillery we went past to build up a decent collection, among those gathered are the ones you mention, all go down nicely! Must get a pic at some point before they all vanish, I swear it evaporates!
Podie said:
Dan_1981 said:
Had a bottle of Arbelour, ended up giving it to my Dad (he'll drink anything)
The singleton is current complemented by an Ardbeg 10, a Laphroaig quarter cask and a bottle of Black Grouse, which is actually quite lovely.
If you find the Aberlour too harsh, then perhaps try a Tomintoul.The singleton is current complemented by an Ardbeg 10, a Laphroaig quarter cask and a bottle of Black Grouse, which is actually quite lovely.
mr_tony said:
Puddenchucker said:
My weekend tipple arrived today: A bottle of Arran Sauternes cask finish.
Tell us what its like - how noticeable is the Sauternes in the finish? I love my pudding wines, this could be an interesting dram. Some pictures from an Easter trip up to Edinburgh and Wester Ross.
Hotel minibar tipples
Scotch whisky experience collection. Interesting, but mostly shyte stuff.
Some nice tasters though, Ardbeg 10, tomatin and something else which I've forgotten. Guide looked about 12 but knew his stuff. Plus we got an three peoples' worth between two of us as they messed up the seating.
With some minis to take away, good mountain top pick-me-up, but not that good in the grand scheme.
Also went to dalwhinnie by accident as passing through and needed a pee, only to be told there were no tours that day. Their loss!
Hotel minibar tipples
Scotch whisky experience collection. Interesting, but mostly shyte stuff.
Some nice tasters though, Ardbeg 10, tomatin and something else which I've forgotten. Guide looked about 12 but knew his stuff. Plus we got an three peoples' worth between two of us as they messed up the seating.
With some minis to take away, good mountain top pick-me-up, but not that good in the grand scheme.
Also went to dalwhinnie by accident as passing through and needed a pee, only to be told there were no tours that day. Their loss!
vixen1700 said:
Dan_1981 said:
a Laphroaig quarter cask
Had my first glass of that the other night and really enjoyed it. Think I'm getting a taste for Islay peaty whiskies, as I got that and a Bowmore the other day which tastes good but doesn't sit under yer hooter as well as the Laphroaig. Dived into Islay with a bottle of Lagavulin from Waitrose today using my Christmas vouchers. Starting to appreciate the ash-trays more...
Must give Ardbeg a go, only ever tried a glass in a pub a couple of years back and it didn't really do much, I may have grown into it by now.
williredale said:
George7 said:
How is it? The normal Penderyn was one of the first bottles of whisky I ever bought. If I remember correctly, it was pretty nice.
It's not massively peaty and hasn't got the depth of flavour of some of the other whiskys I've been drinking recently. My current favourite is Lagavulin 16 for reference. When I stopped at the shop it was gone five and it was about to shut so I didn't have a great deal of time. I've read good things about their Madiera finished whisky and I'm wondering if I should have grabbed that one rather than going with the peated. Next time I'm in the area I'll do the tour and make my OH drive so I can sample it. 
Ardbeg 10 miniature finished. Auchentoshan miniature finished too. I had the Ardbeg first though and it removed my abity to smell and taste the other one properly.
Must admit that second time around the Ardbeg was still very smoky for my taste, but it wasn't as bad as the first time around. Maybe I'm getting a taste for it.
Looking to get my first proper size bottle of something soon.
Must admit that second time around the Ardbeg was still very smoky for my taste, but it wasn't as bad as the first time around. Maybe I'm getting a taste for it.
Looking to get my first proper size bottle of something soon.
funkyrobot said:
Must admit that second time around the Ardbeg was still very smoky for my taste, but it wasn't as bad as the first time around. Maybe I'm getting a taste for it.
Thats the problem with miniatures , there often is just not enough to be able to properly judge a whisky, and of course why the 20cl bottles are a very good idea , the extra quantity gives chance to try a whisky across different days and moods. Its quite often see on these pages that people open something new, and are initially blase concerning the experience, yet go back to it again in time and see it in a far more positive perspective, picking out flavours that they completely missed before.
If you think you may develop a liking for ash tray Islays, it may be an idea to try a Caol Ila 12 and/or Lagavulin 16. Both are smoky/peaty, the latter a real heavyweight, but importantly , unlike Ardbeg, they can both be obtained in the much lauded 20cl bottles. Waitrose being a good bet for them to be on the shelf.
Cheese Mechanic said:
Thats the problem with miniatures , there often is just not enough to be able to properly judge a whisky, and of course why the 20cl bottles are a very good idea , the extra quantity gives chance to try a whisky across different days and moods.
Its quite often see on these pages that people open something new, and are initially blase concerning the experience, yet go back to it again in time and see it in a far more positive perspective, picking out flavours that they completely missed before.
Definitely this, the bold bit in particular - When I bought my first bottle of Laphroaig (coincidentally my first ever 'Ashtray'), I initially hated it, and I don't mean just mild dislike, I really didn't enjoy it at all. However, I persevered and now it's my overall favourite Whisky out of all the ones I've tried (quite a few Its quite often see on these pages that people open something new, and are initially blase concerning the experience, yet go back to it again in time and see it in a far more positive perspective, picking out flavours that they completely missed before.
). Chaps,
RE my purchase can I possibly trouble someone?
For the one I've purchased, there is 2680 bottles there is also talk of one for 2980 bottles...
Can someone tell me what the difference is?
First - http://www.thewhiskyvault.com/convalmore-1977-36-y...
Second - http://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/P-22036.aspx
RE my purchase can I possibly trouble someone?
For the one I've purchased, there is 2680 bottles there is also talk of one for 2980 bottles...
Can someone tell me what the difference is?
First - http://www.thewhiskyvault.com/convalmore-1977-36-y...
Second - http://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/P-22036.aspx
Mr Trophy said:
Chaps,
RE my purchase can I possibly trouble someone?
For the one I've purchased, there is 2680 bottles there is also talk of one for 2980 bottles...
Can someone tell me what the difference is?
First - http://www.thewhiskyvault.com/convalmore-1977-36-y...
Second - http://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/P-22036.aspx
I would imagine it's a simple typo.RE my purchase can I possibly trouble someone?
For the one I've purchased, there is 2680 bottles there is also talk of one for 2980 bottles...
Can someone tell me what the difference is?
First - http://www.thewhiskyvault.com/convalmore-1977-36-y...
Second - http://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/P-22036.aspx
Not sure which one is correct though!
Cheese Mechanic said:
funkyrobot said:
Must admit that second time around the Ardbeg was still very smoky for my taste, but it wasn't as bad as the first time around. Maybe I'm getting a taste for it.
Thats the problem with miniatures , there often is just not enough to be able to properly judge a whisky, and of course why the 20cl bottles are a very good idea , the extra quantity gives chance to try a whisky across different days and moods. Its quite often see on these pages that people open something new, and are initially blase concerning the experience, yet go back to it again in time and see it in a far more positive perspective, picking out flavours that they completely missed before.
If you think you may develop a liking for ash tray Islays, it may be an idea to try a Caol Ila 12 and/or Lagavulin 16. Both are smoky/peaty, the latter a real heavyweight, but importantly , unlike Ardbeg, they can both be obtained in the much lauded 20cl bottles. Waitrose being a good bet for them to be on the shelf.
First proper bottle coming soon. Don't know whether to wait a few weeks until I'm in Edinburgh, or commit and buy something off the net now.
Cheese Mechanic said:
Thats the problem with miniatures , there often is just not enough to be able to properly judge a whisky, and of course why the 20cl bottles are a very good idea , the extra quantity gives chance to try a whisky across different days and moods.
Its quite often see on these pages that people open something new, and are initially blase concerning the experience, yet go back to it again in time and see it in a far more positive perspective, picking out flavours that they completely missed before.
If you think you may develop a liking for ash tray Islays, it may be an idea to try a Caol Ila 12 and/or Lagavulin 16. Both are smoky/peaty, the latter a real heavyweight, but importantly , unlike Ardbeg, they can both be obtained in the much lauded 20cl bottles. Waitrose being a good bet for them to be on the shelf.
Might just be the whiplash meaning I'm not too fussed as long as it numbs the pain but I gave Jura Superstition another chance last night and would be inclined to agree with this.Its quite often see on these pages that people open something new, and are initially blase concerning the experience, yet go back to it again in time and see it in a far more positive perspective, picking out flavours that they completely missed before.
If you think you may develop a liking for ash tray Islays, it may be an idea to try a Caol Ila 12 and/or Lagavulin 16. Both are smoky/peaty, the latter a real heavyweight, but importantly , unlike Ardbeg, they can both be obtained in the much lauded 20cl bottles. Waitrose being a good bet for them to be on the shelf.
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