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So, what's your favorite Scotch?

Well, I still have a lot to learn about Scotch, but I have tried about 15 different types, all from different regions of Scotland, all single malt. I prefer a Single Malt, although I like blends, my taste buds tend to lean toward the single malts. My favorite Scotch's all come from the island of Islay. They just seem to make a strong, smoky, peaty Scotch. As I tend to describe it to my friends who don't care for any sort of whiskey, it's like drinking a camp fire, even with the burn to prove it. My favorite thus far would have to be the 16yr aged Lagavulin, followed by the 10yr Laphroaig, and the Laphroaig Quarter Cask. For my daily, i like a glass of 'Island of Geese', it's not quite as strong as the others, but still has a pronounced flavor. I have recently tried a 21 yr aged Glenlivet aged in Rum Casks. It was very smooth and had a sweet finish, very good for after dinner or even after dessert.

So, enough about my preference, what Scotch(s) do you prefer?

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Permalink Reply by MIke Dean on January 1, 2009 at 10:35am

Lagavulin and Laphroaig are two of my favorites. If you can get your hands on Lagavulin 16 Distiller's edition I suggest that you grab a bottle. The Distiller's Edition is Lagavulin 16 that is placed in a Cherry Oak cask for another two years. One of the best Islay island scotch's that I have ever had.

Permalink Reply by Christopher Jones on February 20, 2009 at 6:56pm

I quite like Johnny Walker Green. I enjoy it for it's complexity. Though I think single malts are fine beverages, I enjoy my scotch much like i enjoy my cigars: I like layers of flavors each with their own distinct character but complimenting each other all the same. Blue and gold Johnny are fine but they really feel one note to me.

Permalink Reply by Jay Herrington on March 12, 2009 at 8:56am

Chivas Regal is my choice. A perfect pair with most cigars or great alone. I also enjoy Macallan 18.

Permalink Reply by Eric Moon on March 12, 2009 at 9:05am

My two faves right now are Balvenie 21 Port Wood and Glenlivet 21.
Of course, those are a little too expensive for daily drinking. On a daily basis, Macallan 12 or Balvenie 15 do just fine.

I'm also a fan of Talisker and Oban.
Although I find that too much peat doesn't mix well with a cigar... at least on my palette.

Permalink Reply by Adam Gaines on April 23, 2009 at 7:52pm

My favorite would have to be the Macallan Cast Strength. It has all the beautiful wood flavor of a fine single malt with the great burn of 116 proof alcohol.

Permalink Reply by Timothy Oliver on September 9, 2009 at 10:27pm

Chivas Regal for me

Permalink Reply by Hugh Jass on December 16, 2009 at 10:11am

Johnnie Walker Black sometimes, Speyburn 10 and Glenfiddich 15 other times. I really need to branch out. Reading the posts, I'll have to try the Dalmore Cigar Malt and Balvenie Doublewood. It's really hard to be cheap when you have expensive tastes.

Permalink Reply by Hugh Jass on December 20, 2009 at 1:13pm

Wow, I'm halfway through my first taste of the Doublewood and it is outstanding. Merry Christmas to me!

Permalink Reply by Gus at PuroHabano.biz on June 15, 2010 at 9:53am

Chivas is my favorite.
Cheers!

Permalink Reply by Tony Giovanni on November 29, 2010 at 1:10pm

It has been awhile since my last entry and I have enjoyed a many great Scotches since. I have been preparing our business plan for the new venture in Charleston and here is a little sample of what we will be offering.

Aberlour a'bunadh : this dark and luxurious post-prandial whisky is impressive.

Glenfarclas 25 Year Old : Amber rich color with aromas of orange marmalade, honey, coffee, sherry and nuttiness.

Benriach 21 Year Old : cookie-like with a sweet and easy-going taste, although heavily peated.

Bruichladdich 34 Year Old Legacy #6 : creamy vanilla, banana, caramel, almonds round off a master of blended tastes.

That is just a sample of our top shelf, more to follow...