Against all warnings and his own better judgment, one of best buds is about to do the unthinkable. He’s getting married

A few of his best mates want to offer our condolences by drinking to his lost freedom one of Scotland’s finest. I’m not all that well-to-do, so my experience pretty much caps out at the 12-14 year range. We’re going to spend around $120-$180 on a bottle for this occasion, and I’d like to have some ideas as to what to get.
I was thinking maybe a Balvenie 21 year, but I’d like to hear personal experiences and what others like and why.
Thanks!!