Johnny Walker Blue King Geo V

I've had the Blue Label a few times and always enjoyed it, but for the money there are a lots of single malts that I would rather get.

I'd certainly like to try the KGV, but I'm not shelling out for a bottle, nor even a dram at a lounge. My current most paid for a bottle is ~$230 and I'm not looking to beat that any time soon.

I'm not knocking anyone's choice, but I know I like malt whisky more than grain whisky.