Other then flavor, what makes a whisky satisfying?

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    We all know that whisky is a multifaceted spirit that excites more than just the senses of taste and smell. Other than flavor, what makes a whisky satisfying to you? One factor that comes to mind for me is finding a good whisky that has flown under the radar; some of the "big name" whiskies can be outstanding, but finding a good whisky that is less well-known is doubly satisfying to me. 

    Clear alcohols are for rich women on diets. (Ron Swanson)
  • Quin Member Quin Joined: 01.07.2014Posts: 91Ratings: 0
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    It depends. Differents Whiskies offer lots of different ways to where you can get... Its a long path to get to the truth, but in the end you'll know what you're going for. Distillery X 10-18yo and Distillery Y 18-30yo..

    regards.. ..and sorry for bad english
  • Slàinte_Mhath Guest, Member Slàinte_Mhath Joined: 09.10.2016Posts: 134CollectionOslo Whisky ClubRatings: 211
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    @Carlton

    As you said, ignore the marketing and find rather unknown bottlings with excellent intrinsic quality. Big brands can be a bit lazy on the quality while rather unknown Single Malts must deliver their best to get a reputation.

    Another aspect is independent bottlers - they can range from underwhelming to marvellous. Enjoying a bottle you will probably never taste again is satisfying indeed.

    Furthermore - blended malts. Especially Compass Box has caught my attention here. It mustn't always be a Single Malt because well-crafted blended malt can be superb.

    However, the most satisfying aspect of whisky is good company. Discussing and enjoying a good dram together with friends or spouse can be so rewarding.

    That's what I do. I drink, and I know things.” (Tyrion Lannister)

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  • bedlamborn Member bedlamborn Joined: 18.09.2016Posts: 611Collectionbedlamborns CollectionRatings: 21
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    @SlàinteMhath
    Finding bottles from distilleries that reviewers panned and finding out that one like them.

    Drinking whisky with higher alcohol level than 60% and knowing that they are banned in some countries.

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