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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 05-17-2013, 03:48 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 791
Posted By BourbonDrinker
You should probably try some more whisky.

You should probably try some more whisky.
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 05-06-2013, 08:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 291
Posted By BourbonDrinker
x2 You'll love them.

x2
You'll love them.
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 04-29-2013, 10:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 363
Posted By BourbonDrinker
They add water.

They add water.
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 04-28-2013, 08:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 501
Posted By BourbonDrinker
I'm not sure why Lagavulin would be held in such...

I'm not sure why Lagavulin would be held in such high regard. It's a good dram, but not anything magnificent. Maybe the extra couple years and the extra $25 make it seem more exclusive?
He likes...
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 04-25-2013, 08:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 168
Posted By BourbonDrinker
If you posted useful identifying information,...

If you posted useful identifying information, like the unique bottle number, we might be able to help you out by keeping an eye out for it.
I'm not so sure how I feel about a plea for its return. ...
Forum: Bourbons, Canadian, Tennessee, Collectibles and more... 04-24-2013, 03:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 273
Posted By BourbonDrinker
I wouldn't bet that that "21" means what you...

I wouldn't bet that that "21" means what you think it does either.
Didn't Panama offer the infamous whisky in a can as well?
oh boy
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 04-23-2013, 06:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 280
Posted By BourbonDrinker
That's interesting as Highland Park's Global...

That's interesting as Highland Park's Global Marketing Manager himself said that they only export the 43% 12 and 15yr to the USA. I would think he would know, he's been with them for 11 years. ...
Forum: Whisky Blends 04-23-2013, 05:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 188
Posted By BourbonDrinker
You're right Blenderm. Their web site still...

You're right Blenderm. Their web site still lists the THC at 45% and the Origin at 65%
It's cheap because it's a blend and other grain spirit is aparently cheaper to manufacture, and it's not...
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 04-23-2013, 02:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 280
Posted By BourbonDrinker
I called in the BIG guns for this one. I bought...

I called in the BIG guns for this one. I bought a bottle myself recently and confirmed that it was 43%, but the Highland Park web site lists the 12yr at 40%. So we obviously needed to find out...
Forum: Bourbons, Canadian, Tennessee, Collectibles and more... 03-06-2013, 12:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 275
Posted By BourbonDrinker
Nice find indeed. I'd love to try some good old...

Nice find indeed. I'd love to try some good old rye!
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 02-27-2013, 04:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 405
Posted By BourbonDrinker
http://www.caskstore.com/media/catalog/product/cac...

http://www.caskstore.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/1/9/1937.jpg
http://www.whiskyfun.com/Material28/Laphroaig-AD.jpg

Do these images work?
If not...
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 02-24-2013, 09:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 362
Posted By BourbonDrinker
I'll make another oddball recommendation for you....

I'll make another oddball recommendation for you.
Yamazaki 18. It's only about $130. Very smooth, complex and subtly different from Scottish single malt. It's been a favorite of mine for a couple...
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 02-24-2013, 05:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 362
Posted By BourbonDrinker
The Macallan cask strength discontinued. If you...

The Macallan cask strength discontinued. If you want to try it out, it's now or never. I really like it. :(
I've gone with the Aberlour A'bunadh instead. You can always temper it with a splash of...
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 02-24-2013, 04:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 405
Posted By BourbonDrinker
Did it look like this? Murray McDavid

Did it look like this?

Murray McDavid
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 02-12-2013, 08:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 449
Posted By BourbonDrinker
Laphroaig Lagavulin Old Pulteney ...

Laphroaig
Lagavulin
Old Pulteney
Bruichladdich
Oban
Bowmore
Springbank
Love the briney ones!
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 02-12-2013, 04:55 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 63,950
Posted By BourbonDrinker
Stop drinking it. There's no way it would...

Stop drinking it.
There's no way it would noticeably evaporate in a few hours sealed in a cabinet.
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 02-06-2013, 05:48 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,118
Posted By BourbonDrinker
I think you would probably like the Highland Park...

I think you would probably like the Highland Park 18. it is a good mix of honey sweet and lovely smoke, without a big peaty bite. It's not sherried whisky though, it gets it's honey sweetness from...
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 01-29-2013, 05:41 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,192
Posted By BourbonDrinker
Check out the Laphroaig 10 yr cask strength as...

Check out the Laphroaig 10 yr cask strength as well if you can find it.
It's not chill filtered either, so it's an education on the effects of filtration and higher alcohol concentration. :)
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 01-22-2013, 04:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 633
Posted By BourbonDrinker
There are distilleries that will sell you and age...

There are distilleries that will sell you and age an entire cask for you if you want. You will end up with 2-300 bottles. Between the cask, rent, and bottling, it will be quite expensive. Other...
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 01-07-2013, 05:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 937
Posted By BourbonDrinker
I think I'll order a couple of these. I like...

I think I'll order a couple of these.
I like the tall narrow neck. Villeroy and Boch.

http://whisky.com/forum/images/z.jpg
...
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 01-06-2013, 10:48 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 54,598
Posted By BourbonDrinker
Lots of people posted tangentially related topics...

Lots of people posted tangentially related topics in threads (what's this worth, how old is this, where can i find/sell my x), I don't really see the harm in having them there. Now that guest posts...
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 01-05-2013, 05:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,075
Posted By BourbonDrinker
Islay Peat, I tried the link again and it...

Islay Peat,
I tried the link again and it worked fine now.:)
It's interesting collection of data on affordable whisky. I'll have to look at it further later today.
It's definitely worth a look.
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 01-05-2013, 02:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 488
Posted By BourbonDrinker
The Laphroaig 10 is the best bang for your buck. ...

The Laphroaig 10 is the best bang for your buck.
If you're on a really tight budget, check out the Black Bottle blend. It won't pack the same punch, but it's an Islay based blend.
Forum: Whisky Blends 11-30-2012, 01:20 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,241
Posted By BourbonDrinker
Well Janet, the red label isn't really very good....

Well Janet, the red label isn't really very good. Try the black, or perhaps the green before it is gone for good. They are much better, and made with older whisky.
I think of the red as a mixer...
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 11-26-2012, 04:51 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 651
Posted By BourbonDrinker
State Tax, lower overhead, possible loss leader.

State Tax, lower overhead, possible loss leader.
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 10-31-2012, 04:15 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 63,950
Posted By BourbonDrinker
Toast an oak stave and try to give it a bit of a...

Toast an oak stave and try to give it a bit of a fix. It should work. I'd not do it to a good single malt, maybe a dud. You can add a wee bit of maple syrup as well. Just give it some time to...
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 10-31-2012, 04:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,075
Posted By BourbonDrinker
Working now.:) Sounds useful.

Working now.:)
Sounds useful.
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 10-24-2012, 12:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,812
Posted By BourbonDrinker
Black Bottle. Smoky and peaty, but nothing has...

Black Bottle. Smoky and peaty, but nothing has the medicinal goodness of Laphroaig.
If that's what you're missing, just buy a bottle of the Laphroaig 10 and mix it with the Black Bottle or...
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 10-07-2012, 07:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,078
Posted By BourbonDrinker
Caol ila Springbank Laphroaig Talasker ...

Caol ila
Springbank
Laphroaig
Talasker
Bowmore
Some Bruichladdich
Less peat, but briney:
Old Pulteney
Oban
Forum: Bourbons, Canadian, Tennessee, Collectibles and more... 10-07-2012, 06:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,040
Posted By BourbonDrinker
If the liquid is clear at room temperature, the...

If the liquid is clear at room temperature, the cork is in good shape, and it's unopened, I'd drink it. After a good sniff test, and a quick sip test.
I wouldn't drink 20 year old previously opened...
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 06-11-2012, 12:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,442
Posted By BourbonDrinker
Springbank would be a good choice. I'll have to...

Springbank would be a good choice.
I'll have to order a bottle of Benromach, I've not tried it yet.:)
I had a dram of the Ardbeg last night. :D
Forum: Bourbons, Canadian, Tennessee, Collectibles and more... 04-17-2012, 01:14 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 165,671
Posted By BourbonDrinker
It should be just fine, whisky is much hardier...

It should be just fine, whisky is much hardier than wine.
Cheers!
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 04-15-2012, 12:33 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,773
Posted By BourbonDrinker
Sure, but you may not like what it picks up from...

Sure, but you may not like what it picks up from the barrels. Only one way to find out. If you want to get scientific, try one bourbon barrel, one sherry, and one peated whisky to age. See what...
Forum: Whisky Blends 04-12-2012, 09:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,710
Posted By BourbonDrinker
Pick up a bottle of the 17 yr old.:D

Pick up a bottle of the 17 yr old.:D
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 04-12-2012, 09:56 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 63,950
Posted By BourbonDrinker
It's extra value, if it has any, is not due to...

It's extra value, if it has any, is not due to it's aging in the bottle (which will be minimal or none depending on who you believe), but due to it's interest to someone who wants to drink an old...
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 04-12-2012, 09:49 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 63,950
Posted By BourbonDrinker
You should store your whisky bottles upright, not...

You should store your whisky bottles upright, not on their side to avoid contact between the whisky and the cork.
As for a recommendation, if you like Irish whiskey, try some Redbreast. It's pure...
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 04-03-2012, 01:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,057
Posted By BourbonDrinker
The Highland Park is a nice mix of smoke and...

The Highland Park is a nice mix of smoke and sweet without peat. You would probably like it. Look for the cask strength Springbank. You will almost certainly like it. Sweet, briney, smoke, peat,...
Forum: Bourbons, Canadian, Tennessee, Collectibles and more... 03-25-2012, 06:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,595
Posted By BourbonDrinker
I just ordered a bottle of Redbreast Cask...

I just ordered a bottle of Redbreast Cask strength.
I'm sure it's going to be fantastic, and it doesn't break the bank!
Cheers.
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 03-06-2012, 02:24 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,363
Posted By BourbonDrinker
The medicinal taste of some whisky is usually an...

The medicinal taste of some whisky is usually an acquired taste. If you want something smoky without the iodine, try Highland Park 12. It's available widely and around $50. It's not too powerful...
Forum: Bourbons, Canadian, Tennessee, Collectibles and more... 03-04-2012, 06:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,208
Posted By BourbonDrinker
You should try as many types and brands of whisky...

You should try as many types and brands of whisky as you can to try to discover what you like and don't like. Personally I don't like bourbon very much, but I still try new releases or brands when...
Forum: Whisky Blends 03-03-2012, 07:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 928
Posted By BourbonDrinker
Paddle, your photos aren't showing up, can you...

Paddle, your photos aren't showing up, can you try to reload them?
Forum: Whisky Blends 03-01-2012, 07:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,366
Posted By BourbonDrinker
I won't say that they taste just like Johnny...

I won't say that they taste just like Johnny Walker Green, but Compass Box's Peat Monster and Douglas Laing's Big Peat are both similarly styled blended malts (vatted malts). Big Peat is definitely...
Forum: Bourbons, Canadian, Tennessee, Collectibles and more... 02-29-2012, 12:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,592
Posted By BourbonDrinker
Hi Brian, In your other thread Jojo asked you...

Hi Brian,
In your other thread Jojo asked you to post a photo of each of the different bottles you want dated. That's the first step to determine what you have and what it might be worth. She can...
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 02-28-2012, 12:09 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,581
Posted By BourbonDrinker
I've seen one for sale for about $400. Nice...

I've seen one for sale for about $400.
Nice find.:)
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 02-26-2012, 07:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,816
Posted By BourbonDrinker
That's one approach. I think of a whiskies born...

That's one approach. I think of a whiskies born on date as the distillation date. Though it might be fun to see a snapshot of what we were drinking on his/her birth date.
Here's what I'm doing. I'm...
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 02-26-2012, 05:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,763
Posted By BourbonDrinker
I forgot to mention Lavavulin 16. It's a peaty...

I forgot to mention Lavavulin 16. It's a peaty beast that's widely available and has some peat and medicinal properties in common with the Laphroaig.
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 02-26-2012, 04:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,763
Posted By BourbonDrinker
It sounds like you're a big fan of the powerful...

It sounds like you're a big fan of the powerful peat smoke flavor. If you like the Laphroaig 10, you'll love the 10 yr old cask strength. I know a couple peat freaks who rate the Laphroaig 10 cask...
Forum: Bourbons, Canadian, Tennessee, Collectibles and more... 02-03-2012, 01:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,825
Posted By BourbonDrinker
I say open it up and take a good sniff. If it's...

I say open it up and take a good sniff. If it's "Fragrant as a rose", you're good to go!
;)
Forum: Bourbons, Canadian, Tennessee, Collectibles and more... 01-20-2012, 12:05 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,966
Posted By BourbonDrinker
How about a photo?

How about a photo?
Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky 12-29-2011, 05:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,943
Posted By BourbonDrinker
It's a very nice non chill filtered, cask...

It's a very nice non chill filtered, cask strength, Oloroso sherry cask matured, single malt scotch whisky. It's great. Great quality for the money. Each batch is unique, so it may be a bit...
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