Cigar Asylum Cigar Forum  

Go Back   Cigar Asylum Cigar Forum > Non Cigar Specialty Forums > Wine, Beer, and Spirits

Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 04-23-2010, 07:03 AM   #1
nomadicwookie
Still Watching My Back
 
nomadicwookie's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2010
Posts: 236
Trading: (7)
nomadicwookie is on a distinguished road
Default Single Malt Scotch

So what's your favorite bargain basement Scotch? What's the one you don't mind spending a ridiculous amount of money on because it's just that good? For me I think Glenfiddich 12yr is the best bang for the buck. Nothing fancy but smooth and enjoyable. KenyanSandBoa also mentioned Balvenie Double Wood in a recent thread which I think is also an excellent value. I was never a big fan of scotch for many years, probably due to the fact that all I'd had was Dewars or Chivas. Then for Father's day one year I bought my Dad a bottle of Macallan 18yr old. Well, that one reinvented the wheel for me. Earthy, smoky, wonderful. So, what does it for you?
nomadicwookie is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-23-2010, 08:59 AM   #2
SmokeyJoe
Chief Wannastogie Lounge
 
SmokeyJoe's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2008
First Name: Joe
Location: Raleigh, NC
Posts: 3,160
Trading: (28)
VR
SmokeyJoe has much to be proud ofSmokeyJoe has much to be proud ofSmokeyJoe has much to be proud ofSmokeyJoe has much to be proud ofSmokeyJoe has much to be proud ofSmokeyJoe has much to be proud ofSmokeyJoe has much to be proud ofSmokeyJoe has much to be proud of
Default Re: Single Malt Scotch

My favorite is the Glenlivet Nadurra (16 yr), but it is a little pricey.

Best "bang for the buck" for me is the Speyburn 10 yr...



About $26, and as BarneyBandMan said, "I would drink this!" (Which is a little odd because he WAS drinking it.)
__________________
"I intend to smoke a good cigar to the glory of God..." ~ Charles H. Spurgeon, British Baptist preacher
SmokeyJoe is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-23-2010, 09:09 AM   #3
mmblz
.090909...
 
mmblz's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: NH
Posts: 4,031
Trading: (3)
Partagas
mmblz has disabled reputation
Default Re: Single Malt Scotch

was doing quick google while thinking about this and noticed that kl wines has Glenlivet 12 for $23.50
that is an incredible price!
might have to buy some myself!

http://www.klwines.com/detail.asp?sk...TPV-Googlebase
__________________
herf wear
mmblz is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-23-2010, 09:39 AM   #4
wolfandwhisky
Resident Whisky Addict
 
wolfandwhisky's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2010
First Name: Matt
Location: Arizona
Posts: 521
Trading: (4)
Cohiba
wolfandwhisky is on a distinguished road
Default Re: Single Malt Scotch

Quote:
Originally Posted by SmokeyJoe View Post
My favorite is the Glenlivet Nadurra (16 yr), but it is a little pricey.

...
The Nadurra is an excellent malt - and for the price? Definitely worth getting a bottle.

Also, I'd recommend the Balvenie 12 DoubleWood:
http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=31096
wolfandwhisky is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-23-2010, 10:02 AM   #5
BigCat
My back is now unwatched.
 
BigCat's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2009
First Name: Colin
Location: Metro Detroit
Posts: 723
Trading: (5)
BigCat will become famous soon enough
Default Re: Single Malt Scotch

When I first started drinking scotch, I didn't like Glenfiddich at all. Then my sister-in-law gave me a sampler for Christmas with the 12, 15 and 18. I was pleasantly surprised with them all, but epecially the 12. At about 35 bucks a pop around here, that's not too bad. I also have to revisit the Glenlivet 12, because I was never impressed with it either, though the 18 is one of my favorites.

I also like Balvenie, but its just over $50 a bottle here. Not that it is too much, but its less of a bargain than some others being mentioned in here. Though for the money, I actually prefer the Macallan 12 yr sherry cask. Same price and just tastes richer to me with characteristics similar to the balvenie.
__________________
"Now, I don't approve of dissipation, and I don't indulge in it either; but I haven't a particle of confidence in a man who has no redeeming petty vices." Mark Twain
BigCat is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-23-2010, 10:03 AM   #6
Tripp
Pepin Ho of the NorthWest
 
Tripp's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2008
First Name: Tripp
Location: Portland, OR
Posts: 487
Trading: (5)
Partagas
Tripp is on a distinguished road
Default Re: Single Malt Scotch

I'm an Islay fan, my favorite low end malt is Bowmore Legend, generally runs about $30.
__________________
Make sure you visit the chat! Newcomers welcome.
Pete_Johnson: Tripp get the **** out of here with that bull**** Benchmade. C'mon Son!
Tripp is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-23-2010, 10:30 AM   #7
wolfandwhisky
Resident Whisky Addict
 
wolfandwhisky's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2010
First Name: Matt
Location: Arizona
Posts: 521
Trading: (4)
Cohiba
wolfandwhisky is on a distinguished road
Default Re: Single Malt Scotch

Quote:
Originally Posted by BigCat View Post
When I first started drinking scotch, I didn't like Glenfiddich at all. Then my sister-in-law gave me a sampler for Christmas with the 12, 15 and 18. I was pleasantly surprised with them all, but epecially the 12. At about 35 bucks a pop around here, that's not too bad. I also have to revisit the Glenlivet 12, because I was never impressed with it either, though the 18 is one of my favorites.

I also like Balvenie, but its just over $50 a bottle here. Not that it is too much, but its less of a bargain than some others being mentioned in here. Though for the money, I actually prefer the Macallan 12 yr sherry cask. Same price and just tastes richer to me with characteristics similar to the balvenie.
If you were pleasantly surprised with the Glenfiddich on the last go-round, I'd recommend finding the Glenfiddich 21 - it is a caribbean rum finished whisky, which pairs well with cigars due to the rum influence. (Springbank and Balvenie also have rum-finished whiskies.)

And Macallan richer than Balvenie? Blasphemy!!
(just kidding - to each their own!)
wolfandwhisky is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-23-2010, 10:46 AM   #8
CheapHumidors
Still Watching My Back
 
CheapHumidors's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2009
First Name: Dave
Location: Tampa, FL
Posts: 149
Trading: (0)
CheapHumidors is on a distinguished road
Default Re: Single Malt Scotch

Glenlivet 12 is my go-to every day scotch. Not too expensive but good flavor.
CheapHumidors is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-23-2010, 10:56 AM   #9
BigCat
My back is now unwatched.
 
BigCat's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2009
First Name: Colin
Location: Metro Detroit
Posts: 723
Trading: (5)
BigCat will become famous soon enough
Default Re: Single Malt Scotch

Quote:
Originally Posted by wolfandwhisky View Post

And Macallan richer than Balvenie? Blasphemy!!
(just kidding - to each their own!)
Yeah I said it! I think the Macallan has more body too. But they are both great scotches in my book.

Thanks for the suggestion on the 21. I'll have to give that a try.
__________________
"Now, I don't approve of dissipation, and I don't indulge in it either; but I haven't a particle of confidence in a man who has no redeeming petty vices." Mark Twain
BigCat is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-25-2010, 07:28 PM   #10
Ogre
****CENSORED****
 
Ogre's Avatar
7
 
Join Date: Apr 2010
First Name: Larry
Location: Central Florida
Posts: 12,068
Trading: (46)
Montecristo
Ogre has a brilliant futureOgre has a brilliant futureOgre has a brilliant futureOgre has a brilliant futureOgre has a brilliant futureOgre has a brilliant futureOgre has a brilliant futureOgre has a brilliant futureOgre has a brilliant futureOgre has a brilliant futureOgre has a brilliant future
Default Re: Single Malt Scotch

I bought a bottle of Yamazaki 12 last night, lack of choices. I was impressed with it. It is a Single Malt made in Japan. It has a strong butterscotch flavor and went down real smooth. I usually drink Glenlivit 12.
Ogre is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-25-2010, 08:59 PM   #11
wolfandwhisky
Resident Whisky Addict
 
wolfandwhisky's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2010
First Name: Matt
Location: Arizona
Posts: 521
Trading: (4)
Cohiba
wolfandwhisky is on a distinguished road
Default Re: Single Malt Scotch

Quote:
Originally Posted by Ogre3239 View Post
I bought a bottle of Yamazaki 12 last night, lack of choices. I was impressed with it. It is a Single Malt made in Japan. It has a strong butterscotch flavor and went down real smooth. I usually drink Glenlivit 12.
The 18 is also very well regarded. Also from Japan is Karuizawa - the prices seem to really have gone up, but if you can find a bottle I would highly recommend it.
wolfandwhisky is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-25-2010, 11:07 PM   #12
colimo
friend of Brother Maynard
 
colimo's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2009
First Name: doug
Location: centennial, colorado
Posts: 1,322
Trading: (41)
PL
colimo will become famous soon enough
Default Re: Single Malt Scotch

tbe glenlivet, mccallan and balvenie are all good choices....for around $ 20/btl i usually get either Lismore or McClellands as an everyday drinking scotch...both good for the price when i dont want to touch the good stuff
__________________
Life is too short for cheap beer, cheap liguor and bad cigars...gimme a guinness, glenlivet and a good cigar on a golf course and its heaven on earth!!
colimo is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-30-2010, 08:49 PM   #13
Ogre
****CENSORED****
 
Ogre's Avatar
7
 
Join Date: Apr 2010
First Name: Larry
Location: Central Florida
Posts: 12,068
Trading: (46)
Montecristo
Ogre has a brilliant futureOgre has a brilliant futureOgre has a brilliant futureOgre has a brilliant futureOgre has a brilliant futureOgre has a brilliant futureOgre has a brilliant futureOgre has a brilliant futureOgre has a brilliant futureOgre has a brilliant futureOgre has a brilliant future
Default Re: Single Malt Scotch

I am having what I would say is the BEST Single Malt I have ever had. Its the Glenfiddich Caoran Reserve. The bottle was a gift from a friend.

Ogre is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-30-2010, 09:50 PM   #14
nomadicwookie
Still Watching My Back
 
nomadicwookie's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2010
Posts: 236
Trading: (7)
nomadicwookie is on a distinguished road
Default Re: Single Malt Scotch

I didn't even know this existed. Gonna have to hunt some down.
nomadicwookie is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-30-2010, 09:56 PM   #15
markem
Bunion
 
markem's Avatar
16
 
Join Date: Oct 2008
First Name: Mark
Location: Second Star on the Right
Posts: 22,621
Trading: (47)
HUpmann
markem has disabled reputation
Default Re: Single Malt Scotch

I've been known to ply cigar smokers on my patio with scotch. I don't know anything about bargain basement ones, however.

If you have questions about 25 y.o. and older and specialized bottlings, I may be able to provide some info from my experience.

Haven't bought any scotch since I quit regularly drinking it, maybe in 2000. Still have 20 or so bottles left (nearly all gone!). The 27 y.o. Rosebank private bottling is an exceptional example of the craft. Only a few wee drams left in that bottle. It shall be missed.
__________________
I refuse to belong to any organization that would have me as a member.
~ Groucho Marx
markem is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-30-2010, 10:23 PM   #16
Bigwaved
99
 
Bigwaved's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Lilliput
Posts: 812
Trading: (3)
RA MarineCorps (Served With Honor)
Bigwaved has disabled reputation
Default Re: Single Malt Scotch

what patio? what scotch?
Quote:
Originally Posted by markem View Post
I've been known to ply cigar smokers on my patio with scotch. I don't know anything about bargain basement ones, however.

If you have questions about 25 y.o. and older and specialized bottlings, I may be able to provide some info from my experience.

Haven't bought any scotch since I quit regularly drinking it, maybe in 2000. Still have 20 or so bottles left (nearly all gone!). The 27 y.o. Rosebank private bottling is an exceptional example of the craft. Only a few wee drams left in that bottle. It shall be missed.
Bigwaved is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-30-2010, 10:42 PM   #17
mithrilG60
Feeling at Home
 
mithrilG60's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2008
First Name: Geoff
Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada
Posts: 733
Trading: (2)
Cuaba
mithrilG60 will become famous soon enough
Default Re: Single Malt Scotch

I'm with markem, life is too short for cheap scotch but if I had to choose a "bargin" scotch it would be Smokehead for about $60 locally (that's as cheap as malt gets in BC ) or significantly less if I pop over to Alberta or WA. My "cheap" scotch used to be Ardbeg 10 and Laphroaig 10 before demand pushed the former to $100/bottle and discontinued the latter in Canada.

In terms of favourite regardless of price?

Toss up between the Laphroiag 15yr (Prince Charles' favourite whisky, awarded his Royal Warrant to the distillery for it), Bowmore 17yr (now re-released as an 18yr) the Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist, Lagavulin 16 and Longrow 14.

The picture's a little out of date now, but this is my whisky cabinet. I tend to buy in doubles and triples so most of the tubes behind the bottles have an unopened bottle in them as well. My friends refer to them as "shark's teeth" bottles


Last edited by mithrilG60; 04-30-2010 at 10:52 PM.
mithrilG60 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 05-01-2010, 07:51 AM   #18
captain53
Have My Own Room
 
captain53's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2009
First Name: Dave
Location: Lake of the Ozarks & Austin, TX
Posts: 1,333
Trading: (3)
captain53 will become famous soon enough
Default Re: Single Malt Scotch

There is no such thing as a "bargain basement" Single Malt if you appreciate the fine qualities of Single Malt then the basement is no place for you to shop. Laphroiag is about the lowest level Single Malt that one can appreciate IMHO.
captain53 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 05-01-2010, 08:04 AM   #19
Brutus2600
Your resident lancerHO
 
Brutus2600's Avatar
1
 
Join Date: Apr 2010
First Name: Brian
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Posts: 2,063
Trading: (46)
LGC
Brutus2600 has a spectacular aura aboutBrutus2600 has a spectacular aura aboutBrutus2600 has a spectacular aura about
Default Re: Single Malt Scotch

My first SMS was a Glenfiddich 12yr...couldn't stand it at all. Learned from my mistake of buying a full 750ml and started trying every single small bottle of SMS I could find. Finally settled on Glenmorangie and bought a bottle of their 10yr. I really enjoyed that and tried their Sherry and Port cask matured bottles too. I've tried many others but I always find myself enjoying these as the best bang for my buck. At ~$60 a bottle it's not cheap, but really that's about as cheap as I can get without getting into bottels I don't like. Of course you can find better stuff for more money, but these have been my favorite "every day" drinkers.
Brutus2600 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 05-01-2010, 08:05 AM   #20
Eleven
Solid As The Sun
 
Eleven's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2009
First Name: Scott
Location: SW Ohio
Posts: 1,859
Trading: (23)
Eleven has a spectacular aura aboutEleven has a spectacular aura aboutEleven has a spectacular aura about
Default Re: Single Malt Scotch

Quote:
Originally Posted by captain53 View Post
There is no such thing as a "bargain basement" Single Malt if you appreciate the fine qualities of Single Malt then the basement is no place for you to shop. Laphroiag is about the lowest level Single Malt that one can appreciate IMHO.

I found a bottle of Bowmore for like 20 bucks in Dayton Ohio last year. Of course that was before I found out I was not a fan of Islay!

(MithrilG60, SWEET Ikea whiskey cabinet! I have a shelf like that, never thought to use it for my booze!)

EDIT! - Brutus2600, Glenmorangie is one of my favs too, if you like that, Aberlour isn't too far off in taste profile, even a little smoother I think, those are my 2 go-to's now!
__________________

CA: putting the 'man' in bromance since 2008! --markem.

Last edited by Eleven; 05-01-2010 at 08:18 AM.
Eleven is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply


Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Forum Jump


All times are GMT -6. The time now is 05:19 PM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.7.4
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
All content is copyrighted jointly by Cigar Asylum and the content provider.