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- @fivespices very nice collection!in Hibiki Whisky of 15 years, 17 Years, 21 Years, 35 Years since 2006 in Arita BottlesComment by whiskytradeMarch 21 2019 at 5:48PM
- @mrwhisky show us the box so we can try to helpin HIBIKI 12 unusual box help.Comment by whiskytradeMarch 21 2019 at 5:45PM
- @Toolguy thanks!in Hello from Los Angeles!Comment by whiskytradeMarch 21 2019 at 9:13AM
- @dennislhopkins Visited Glenfarclas Distillery lsst April...they do great whisky at very reasonable prices.Some 40 yr olds out there are £2,000 +,so to be able to get Glenfarclas 40 for £750,tells you how good a bargain there whisky is!15,21,and 25 …in Should I Buy????? Glenfarclas 40 750ml $800USD!Comment by Ian_CrombieMarch 21 2019 at 7:09AM
- @TheGreatMothra Laphroaig Quarter Cask is very good,with sweet peatyness and nice flavours at a full 48%.Talisker 10,or any Talisker is worth trying..18 yr old is excellent!!!More subtle smoke/peat whiskies worth a try are Highland Park and Bunnaha…in Newbie looking for peaty scotch suggestionsComment by Ian_CrombieMarch 21 2019 at 7:00AM
- I agree, i'd definitely say to go with Laphroaig Quarter cask over Bowmore (never really found it terribly good tbh). Be aware, that it packs quite a punch though. If you've only been exposed to JW so far, the strength of the peat might come as some…in Newbie looking for peaty scotch suggestionsComment by TheGreatMothraMarch 18 2019 at 5:17PM
- An old friend gifted me this very old bottle of White Horse. Any thoughts on year, age, value etc.?in VERY OLD bottle of White HorseComment by ANTORMarch 18 2019 at 12:08PM
- Hello there from India. I would like to know about Glenfiddich Select cask (blue) nosing, tasting . If anyone here have tasted it please give your feedback.ThanksNeelin Glenfiddich Select CaskComment by neelpMarch 18 2019 at 12:04PM
- @m5dlv Welcome from Victoria, BC!in Hello from Somerset - UK!!!Comment by ToolguyMarch 15 2019 at 2:15PM
- @whiskyinthedesert Welcome from Victoria, BC!in An Corkonian in the desert!Comment by ToolguyMarch 15 2019 at 2:14PM
- @Mattjp213 Welcome from Victoria, BC!in New Member from Detroit, MIComment by ToolguyMarch 15 2019 at 2:13PM
- @landover Welcome from Victoria, BC!in Hi to everybody from Italy!Comment by ToolguyMarch 15 2019 at 2:12PM
- @carlrmack Welcome from Victoria, BC! Your club sounds terrific!in Hello to Everyone.Comment by ToolguyMarch 15 2019 at 2:12PM
- @Ceiladh65 Welcome from Victoria, BC! Ardbeg is my favourite.in New to single malt whiskyComment by ToolguyMarch 15 2019 at 2:11PM
- @Caskmate_-_Everything_Whisky Welcome from Victoria, BC!in Hi, I'm The Caskmate and I wanna shareComment by ToolguyMarch 15 2019 at 2:11PM
- @whiskytrade Welcome from Victoria, BC!in Hello from Los Angeles!Comment by ToolguyMarch 15 2019 at 2:10PM
- Hi all, I live in Victoria, BC, Canada. The blossoms are coming out here. Spring is arriving. :) I'm a long time whisky drinker/collector but new to your group. I'm sure I have lots to learn and with any luck will be able to contribute a bit as…in Greetings from Victoria, BCComment by ToolguyMarch 15 2019 at 2:10PM
- Hi, My parents recently brought over a bucket of alcohols which they had taken from my grandfather's when he died some years ago. Inside the bucket was 2 bottles of scotch that I had never heard of before. I did some research on the internet and cam…in Are these any good?Comment by skacore66March 14 2019 at 7:55AM
- *PLEASE READ 'TILL THE END* Hi there! My name is Mat and I’ve been a whisky lover and geek for the past 8+ years. Being danish I'm currtently witnessing the whisky-boom that is happening in my small country at the moment. This may come off as …in Hi, I'm The Caskmate and I wanna shareComment by Caskmate_-_Everything_WhiskyMarch 14 2019 at 7:50AM
- Ordered this again.As Ralfy described it.."The way Macallan used to be"..good old fashioned,blood & guts single malt!Very nice..48%..full flavouredand highly recommended!in Glengarioch 12Comment by Ian_CrombieMarch 13 2019 at 6:04PM
- @gmacaluso Thanks - you're making me blush...It's just extensive interest - and having tried lots of different whiskys in the last decade.in Hosting a Scotch Tasting - Son's Wedding - Comments PleaseComment by SanctTomMarch 13 2019 at 5:44AM
- @SanctTom yes. Quarter Cask! My mistake!!in Newbie looking for peaty scotch suggestionsComment by dennislhopkinsMarch 13 2019 at 1:24AM
- @SanctTom Many thanks ... sounds like you've toured extensively (physically or virtually) ... how did you come to being so well-versed? gmacin Hosting a Scotch Tasting - Son's Wedding - Comments PleaseComment by gmacalusoMarch 12 2019 at 8:57PM
- Tried this today,very nice and at 48.8% abv,full of flavour!Non age statement,but 16 years old approx.Similar to Aberlour Casg Annamh,which is 48%abv too.Never tried a Glenrothes before,I recommend this one,it is full of chocolate and orange and she…in Glenrothes Makers CutComment by Ian_CrombieMarch 12 2019 at 6:16PM
- @gmacaluso Unfortunately I can't give you tasting notes for any recent Balblair - what I seem to remember most are notes of green pears, apple mint and an overall freshness. For Clynelish, you might try either the regular 14 y.o. (or better yet the…in Hosting a Scotch Tasting - Son's Wedding - Comments PleaseComment by SanctTomMarch 12 2019 at 5:48PM
- @SanctTom Sanct, Sage thoughts. Thanks very much. Tasting notes on the Highland you recommend? Best, gmacin Hosting a Scotch Tasting - Son's Wedding - Comments PleaseComment by gmacalusoMarch 12 2019 at 2:13PM
- @bedlamborn Bedlam (OU/OSU?, I'm a Husker ... miss our battles ... miss us being relevant): Thanks for the thoughts on an alternative for Jura. Received two comments that it lacks ... Any thoughts on the others? Regards, gmacin Hosting a Scotch Tasting - Son's Wedding - Comments PleaseComment by gmacalusoMarch 12 2019 at 2:10PM
- @WhiskeyGimp @dennislhopkins Sounds more like the Laphroaig Quarter Cask to me...in Newbie looking for peaty scotch suggestionsComment by SanctTomMarch 12 2019 at 5:54AM
- @dennislhopkins can you do me a favor and post a link for that Laphroaig. I can't pinpoint that double cask in a internet searchin Newbie looking for peaty scotch suggestionsComment by WhiskeyGimpMarch 11 2019 at 9:33PM
- @WhiskeyGimp - Try a Laphroaig Double Cask. I just did a tasting with my son-in-law yesterday. He's a real "peat" enthusiast. Me not so much. However, the four peats we tasted, the Laphroaig, a Lagavulan, and and two Ardbergs, the Laphroaig was quit…in Newbie looking for peaty scotch suggestionsComment by dennislhopkinsMarch 11 2019 at 6:09PM
- @Snelius Nosing: :fruit: :plum: :sherry: :driedfruit: :sweetness: :citrus: Taste: :sherry: :fig: :spices: :sweetness: :honey: Finish: :sherry: :driedfruit: :darkchocolate: :oil::chocolate: :caramel: Comment: I opened this exquisite bottle M…in Should I Buy????? Glenfarclas 40 750ml $800USD!Comment by dennislhopkinsMarch 11 2019 at 5:57PM
- I'm very new to scotch whisky. So far I have only tried johnnie walker black. I really enjoyed the smoky flavor of the whisky. I know that it is a blended whisky but wasn't sure where to post. Now I'm looking to try some other peaty scotch whisk…in Newbie looking for peaty scotch suggestionsComment by WhiskeyGimpMarch 11 2019 at 8:56AM
- Hi, Do you need empty glass bottle for your Whiskey? We can offer you Whiskey Glass Bottle Wholesalein Empty Glass BottleComment by LisaMarch 11 2019 at 8:52AM
- Hey everyone! I'm Scott, new to the forum. My instagram handle is @whiskytrade. Add me, like and say hello on a comment, so I know you're not a bot! See ya around!in Hello from Los Angeles!Comment by whiskytradeMarch 11 2019 at 8:47AM
- Any updates?in Should I Buy????? Glenfarclas 40 750ml $800USD!Comment by SneliusMarch 10 2019 at 2:00AM
- @hondjuh Thank you for the link, I had given up scouring the internet. Unfortunately they only ship within Germany so i'll save the link in case I ever make a German friend, thanks again for the reply.in Nosing GlassesComment by HPTHOR52.1March 9 2019 at 6:58PM
- @Macallan1966 Any help would be greatly appreciated!in My MacAllan 25-Year Anniversary Malt, bottled in 1966Comment by Macallan1966March 7 2019 at 8:20PM
- @gmacaluso As there are both the Lowlands and the Highlands missing just yet and almost all of your picks are sherry cask matured, why not add a bourbon cask Highland Malt (e.g. from Balblair, Clynelish or Old Pulteney) and some nice crispy lowland…in Hosting a Scotch Tasting - Son's Wedding - Comments PleaseComment by SanctTomMarch 7 2019 at 4:06PM
- @gmacaluso For Island I would go with Arran 10 for example, as I find Jura to be lacking.in Hosting a Scotch Tasting - Son's Wedding - Comments PleaseComment by bedlambornMarch 6 2019 at 8:37PM
- @RJWheels I find the Glenrothes vintage reserve has similar taste profile as the Dalmore12/15.in What’s comparable to Dalmore 12?Comment by daniel.yrhMarch 6 2019 at 3:57AM
- Ladies, Gentlemen, I'm hosting a scotch tasting on the occasion of my Son's Wedding for 15-20 of my closest friends this summer. Thinking six bottles perhaps from all regions served with prime rib sliders, fresh summer fruit, assorted cheeses, ci…in Hosting a Scotch Tasting - Son's Wedding - Comments PleaseComment by gmacalusoMarch 5 2019 at 10:49AM
- Hello Whisky Friends, While I am of Scottish heritage, I am not well versed in all things whiskey. I have owned an unopened bottle of 25-Year Anniversary Malt since 1991 (bottled in 1966). It has the crate with leather straps and is in perfect con…in My MacAllan 25-Year Anniversary Malt, bottled in 1966Comment by Macallan1966March 5 2019 at 10:45AM
- I have liked everything that I have tried so far. Tonight I was a bit apprehensive about trying Ardbeg 10 but to my surprise it will probably be one of my favorites!in New to single malt whiskyComment by Ceiladh65March 5 2019 at 10:41AM
- @dennislhopkins Well the 21 and 25 are very good,so I imagine the 40yr old will be something very special.ENJOY!in Should I Buy????? Glenfarclas 40 750ml $800USD!Comment by Ian_CrombieMarch 4 2019 at 8:36PM
- @Ian_Crombie Yes. I have my bottle in hand. Am going to open on March 8, 2019, to salute the death of a young sailor who worked for me in U.S. Navy in 1978, the month my bottle was distilled and put to sleep. That young lad committed suicide onboard…in Should I Buy????? Glenfarclas 40 750ml $800USD!Comment by dennislhopkinsMarch 4 2019 at 7:34PM
- @Ian_Crombie GF 105 is one of my "go to" Whiskys out there! Cut down to about 46% ABV it's an absolute sherry bomb of the highest order! I truly love it, along with many other of the Glenfarclas products! Enjoy!!in Glenfarclas 105Comment by dennislhopkinsMarch 4 2019 at 7:31PM
- Gave in and bought a litre bottle of this cask strength beast!Actually amazingly smooth with added water and full of flavours.Best bang for yer buck out there they say...I agree!in Glenfarclas 105Comment by Ian_CrombieMarch 2 2019 at 4:45PM
- @dennislhopkins Glenfarclas 40 is £750 in UK,so $800 sounds a bargain!in Should I Buy????? Glenfarclas 40 750ml $800USD!Comment by Ian_CrombieMarch 2 2019 at 4:41PM
- @Billings Ha! Consider a Glenfarclas 21 year old!! Exquisite! I get it in the USA for about $110USD per 750ml. Superb! I have several bottles locked away! Better yet is the Glenfarclas 25. About $137USD.in Novice looking for advise for baby giftComment by dennislhopkinsFebruary 28 2019 at 8:07PM
- @bedlamborn Thank you for your response. Will be doing a tasting with my son-in-law and also a local brew pub owner next weekend (7 March). Will report on how it is!!in Should I Buy????? Glenfarclas 40 750ml $800USD!Comment by dennislhopkinsFebruary 28 2019 at 7:52PM