Scotch

[TimmyBoston]

Single Malt Scotch is a real source of pleasure for me. And now that the weather's getting colder I find myself reaching for a dram more often. To the Scotch drinkers out there what are you favorite pours? And also feel free to share any Scotch stories you may have.

My favorite's are:
Laphroaig 15
Lagavulin 16 (White Horse)
Highland Park 25 (Though I can't afford it much so I settle for 12)
Ardbeg Uigaedail
Talisker 18

I also enjoy other Talisker and Laphroaig vintages, as well as Glenlivet, Highland Park, and Glengoyne.

[MJB]

I've tried and just don't get it. Not my cup of tea. By the way, I also don't like tea.

[TimmyBoston]

I've tried and just don't get it. Not my cup of tea. By the way, I also don't like tea.

It definately takes some getting used to. I had a drink a few pours until I really got that hang of it. Then the cravings began.....:biggrin:

I love tea, too! :smile:

[Edcculus]

I love scotch. Scotchy, scotch, scotch. Here it goes down, down into my belly...

[doctorsimon]

I have two suggestions for you BUT as they involve travelling over to the mainland they have vastly different characters to all the Island whiskies you have listed.

For an interesting comparison pick up three bottles of Glenmorangie (the 10, 15, and 18 year olds.) They are all very smooth flavoured and sip nicely, and it is interesting to compare and contrast the three different ages.

Alternatively there are some great examples of The Glenlivet around too. I have a 12 year old, 18 year old, and 21 year old (the last labelled George and JG Smith) and they are also really smooth.

Finally, Glenfiddich are popular though not with this man with SMSWAD. (Single Malt Scotch Whisky Acquisition Disorder!)

Enjoy,

P.S. There is some long story about how a campany called George and JG Smith bought loads of Glenlivet years ago -- you'll often find some with their label on, be reassured that it is the same stuff as from Glenlivet proper.

[Stauff]

I have enjoyed Thalisker, Highland Park 18, Glenmorangie 15 and Bowmore.
For a special occasion I'd say Highland Park, for 'just having a drink' Bowmore (love the peat flavor).

[ouch]

Not a big scotch guy here. The only ones I ever really enjoyed were the Lagavulin and a 25yo Macallan.

[Scotto]

Tim, you named most of my favorites already. Laphroig 15 is the standard-bearer for me.

[mlebarron]

I wish I knew what my favorite was... I can't really afford scotch at the moment, so I only drink it when I'm at my mother's boyfriend's... and I can't recall the names of anything

[joel]

Single Malt Scotch is a real source of pleasure for me. And now that the weather's getting colder I find myself reaching for a dram more often. To the Scotch drinkers out there what are you favorite pours? And also feel free to share any Scotch stories you may have.

My favorite's are:
Laphroaig 15
Lagavulin 16 (White Horse)
Highland Park 25 (Though I can't afford it much so I settle for 12)
Ardbeg Uigaedail
Talisker 18

I also enjoy other Talisker and Laphroaig vintages, as well as Glenlivet, Highland Park, and Glengoyne.

I love a good scotch, yet just like with wine - any dummy can go out and spend a LOT of money on a good wine, but it takes skill, time, energy, and dedication to find an inexpensive wine that rivals the $150+ bottles.... to me, it is the same in the scotch world.

My favorite line of Scotch's for the money is without question Compass Box. They are small batch vatted (NOT blended) whisky's with a tremendous amount of character, complexity and depth. You can find out more information on them on their website. (http://www.compassboxwhisky.com/) I've met the owner of the company on numerous occasions at Whiskey conventions, and he is really one hell of a nice guy (as a side note, Tom Bulleit of Bulleit Bourbon is also one hell of a guy) and let me in on all sort of neat "secrets" - but Compass Box does a lot of Private Labeled whisky's for REALLY high end hotels and such in the U.K. They also have some really neat "oddities" like their orangepeel/spice whisky called "Orangerie" - while it sounds weird, it is really an amazing aperitef, or can be pair well with a dessert.

My Personal favorite of their line is the Eleuthera, which is a delightfully smokey concoction. If you aren't a big peat fan, and want something closer to an irish whisky, or a whisky for a daily drink - check out the light/zippy Asyla.

Of the hundreds of whisky's I have tried - these to me display all the "right" characteristics of a simply outstanding whisky, and are reasonably priced.... I don't think they have a single bottle in the range over $100 - and if memory serves me correct, most of their offerings are around $30-55. They also have stunningly handsome/classy bottles (I will post a pic if you'd like)

Hope this helps :smile:

[joel]

Sorry one more thing - might want to check out this (http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=331&highlight=compass) thread which has a few guys talking about scotch as well

[Mottern Man]

Single Malt Scotch is a real source of pleasure for me. And now that the weather's getting colder I find myself reaching for a dram more often. To the Scotch drinkers out there what are you favorite pours? And also feel free to share any Scotch stories you may have.

My favorite's are:
Laphroaig 15
Lagavulin 16 (White Horse)
Highland Park 25 (Though I can't afford it much so I settle for 12)
Ardbeg Uigaedail
Talisker 18

I also enjoy other Talisker and Laphroaig vintages, as well as Glenlivet, Highland Park, and Glengoyne.

STORIES ON DRINIKING

wow thats too wild for TV

i love scotch......scotchey scotch scotch her it goes now down to my belly humma humm humm:thumbup1: good one Ed

[Larry C in Texas]

My favorite is Springbank, which is a Campbeltown region scotch. But, I must admit I can't tell a lot of difference between the various regions' products with the exception of Islay (such as Laphroaig), which is usually much more peaty and smoky than others. I have a friend who swears by The Famous Grouse, which is a "popular priced" blend and has challenged me to blind taste test it against single malts and tell the difference for $100. So far, I haven't got up the guts to take him up on it.

[doctorsimon]

Famous Grouse tasts awful. Its the grain element. Gives it a certain peculiar dry/sour tang.

[srajguru]

Lagavulin :w00t:
Oban
Ardbeg
Talisker
Springbank

[Limey]

I found a great single malt scotch, Aberlour a'bunadh pronounced (a-boon-akh) which ran about $70. I ordered it over the internet base on the description:

Appearance Rich gold

Taste Intense fruity flavours; buttery and creamy with a syrupy fruit sweetness; soft on the palate with a rich chocolate orange-like note Nose Full flavours, slightly smoky with red apples and a fine sherry character

Finish Long mouth-warming feeling and mellowness; slightly peaty with a honey and spicy aftertaste...:001_tongu

[boboakalfb]

Laphroaig...Lagavulin...Talisker...Dalwhinnie...Hi ghland Park...mmm..mmm...

[MacArthur Mike]

Compass Box is a fantastic scotch. Highly, highly recommend it. Try and get your hands on one of their limited releases, you will be glad that you did.

-Mike

[TimmyBoston]

STORIES ON DRINIKING

wow thats too wild for TV


Tasteful stories. Of course. That goes without saying around here.

[TimmyBoston]

Compass Box is a fantastic scotch. Highly, highly recommend it. Try and get your hands on one of their limited releases, you will be glad that you did.

-Mike

I haven't tried any of the Compass Box, Do you have a recommendations on what I should try? (Joel this goes for you, too :smile: )

Thanks

[ratcheer]

I'm not much of a Scotch drinker, but the best I ever tasted was The Balvenie 15-year old single barrel. I also occasionally enjoy Johnnie Walker Black Label (I know, its a blend). The Glenlivet is pretty good, too.

Tim

[joel]

I haven't tried any of the Compass Box, Do you have a recommendations on what I should try? (Joel this goes for you, too :smile: )

Thanks

My Personal favorite of their line is the Eleuthera. The peat monster is exceptional as well.

[_JP_]

The one scotch that I really recall was the one that we shared on a week long trout fishing trip in the mountains. You have to picture the scene: Sunset after dinner and the six of us are gathering around the campfire. Larry passes a bottle of Glenfiddich to me and asks in a croaky voice "Can you open this for me?" Sure! The smell of that scotch that wafted to my nose when I cracked it open under the pine trees... Heaven! That bottle lasted us about an hour, to be followed by a VSOP brandy when it was gone. :drool:

[TimmyBoston]

My Personal favorite of their line is the Eleuthera. The peat monster is exceptional as well.

I may have to give those a try. Thanks, Joel.

[catatonic]

I've only given three scotches any serious tries, and I like all three:

Glendronach 12 yr
Bowmore 12yr
Balvenie Doublewood 12yr

Out of all of them, I'm a bit torn between the Bowmore and Balvenie for my favorite.

And I am totally convinced that Chivas is the Disposable Bic of scotch, and Walker is the M3 of scotch (I do keep a bottle of Walker Black around for making mixers and such).

[pellicle]

I found a great single malt scotch, Aberlour a'bunadh pronounced (a-boon-akh) which ran about $70.

I just finished my first taste of Aberlour 10, which is pretty good at half the price, so I can only imagine how good the a'bunadh must be! :biggrin:

I'm also partial to Glenfiddich Solera Reserve 15 myself...

[moviemaniac]

Did someone say Scotch? :drool:

I drink very little alcohol but I do enjoy a dram o' Scotch every now and then. As a student I can't afford the "real" stuff, but this is what I have:

- Springbank 100 proof
- Lagavulin 16yr (my favourite, I LOVE the smoky ones)
- Talisker 10yr
- Arran 10yr (first bottling)

[rikrdo]

Did someone say Scotch? :drool:

I drink very little alcohol but I do enjoy a dram o' Scotch every now and then. As a student I can't afford the "real" stuff, but this is what I have:

- Springbank 100 proof
- Lagavulin 16yr (my favourite, I LOVE the smoky ones)
- Talisker 10yr
- Arran 10yr (first bottling)



WTH ??!!
I dont know for sure...but
your Talisker and Laguvulin are pretty tasty IMO !!
Who gives a flip if they are "real" or not !!
I say...let your buds (taste buds, that is) DEE-CIDE !
I have sampled MANY whiskys and my FAVE is still
JW BLACK !!
Smooth, smoky and stunning.....

[Phil]

I very much like whisky, my favourites are Lagavulin and Glenfiddich 18Y.O.
I also have in stock:-

Lagavullin 1990 Distillers Edition Double Matured
Glenfiddich Toasted Oak reserve Limited edition
Glenfiddich 1991 Vintage Reserve
Glenkinchie 1989 Distillers Edition Double Matured
And my prize Whisky to be opened on my 30th Birthday in July a bottle of Glenmorangie 1977 Limited edition

Currently open and drinking at the moment I have a bottle of Glenmorangie Sherry Cask and a bottle of Old Pultney both of which are very nice especially on these dark cold winter nights.

Phil

[moviemaniac]

@rikrdo: Oh, sure, they're all fine and tasty and I really enjoy them. Maybe the word "real" wasn't the right choice. What I meant is I'd like to try some vintage ones or a good bottle of Port Ellen but there's no way I can afford them. But there's still many excellent whiskies to be discovered in the affordable mid-price range.

Oh, by the way, our housekeeper smashed my Glencairn-glass the other week without leaving a note and told me about it only a few days ago. I think I would have looked for it for ages had I wanted a dram in the meantime. There goes another 15$... :crying:

[HedoDiver]

My personal favorite is Balvenie Double Wood (12 Years Old).

As you can tell by the name, it's aged in 2 different barrels (oak whiskey, and then Spanish oak sherry).

[Mike S.]

I like Macallan, Glenmorangie, and Glenlivet.

I have a Macallan 12 in the cabinet just dying to be poured. Maybe tonight. You got me thinking.

I remember going into Harrod's in London and looking over their collection of single-malts. Very impressive. I wish I had the disposable income to give a few of those a go.

[RJSquirell]

Aberlour 18yr
Mcallan 18yr
Glenlivet 18yr

[TightLines]

Started with the Speyside expressions that were finished with Sherry casks - Macallan, Aberlour, Cragganmore, Mortlach. Then went to the ocean - Caol Ila 18, Talisker 10 & 18, Lagavulin 16, Springbank 15.

[JBHoren]

Lagavulin and Laphroaig (pardon any misspellings).

But I would be remiss if I didn't put in a pitch for Teacher's -- it's a very smooth, blended Scotch whiskey; equally at-home as a couple of fingers (straight-up) in a tumbler, or as a large tot in Sunday morning's coffee (with cream, of course).

The horrible truth is, though, that with RAD and SCAD, I've been reduced to swilling the local supermarket's house-brand of Witch Hazel...

[netsurfr]

Compass Box...
Have tried a large number of single malt Scothes but have not gotten to that one. Laphroaig has been one of my favorites so far. Glen Livet has never been high on my list.

Steve

[Doc4]

I've found real enjoyment from Scotch on three levels. First, there's the mixed drinks, especially the Scotch & Soda, and the Rusty Nail (50:50 scotch & Drambuie). For these, any scotch will do, and don't waste the good stuff. Johnnie Walker Red is as good as you need. These are great 'social' drinks for shootin' the breeze or on a date.

Next, there's scotch on the rocks ... again, the best is too good, but a top-notch blend (JW black, for example) does well. Good for social occasions where you're paying more attention to someone other than the scotch.

Then, there's the single-malt, served neat. Ah. My favourites (and their rankings change as often as my moods) are Talisker, Laphroig, Lagavulin, the Macallan, and Cragganmore. I'm pretty sure I got some of the names wrong, but I blame my sobriety.

Two which I do NOT like are Glenfiddich (pales in comparison to Glenlivet, the other "generic" single malt) and Bowmore. I'd love to hear from anyone else as to what scotches displease them.

Oh, and everyone should watch "Whisky Galore" and read the novel from whence it came, for a true appreciation of just how special scotch can be!!

[jazzman]

My personal favorite is Balvenie Double Wood (12 Years Old).

As you can tell by the name, it's aged in 2 different barrels (oak whiskey, and then Spanish oak sherry).

Yeah, that's my go-to scotch.

[TimmyBoston]

Did someone say Scotch? :drool:

I drink very little alcohol but I do enjoy a dram o' Scotch every now and then. As a student I can't afford the "real" stuff, but this is what I have:

- Springbank 100 proof
- Lagavulin 16yr (my favourite, I LOVE the smoky ones)
- Talisker 10yr
- Arran 10yr (first bottling)

"Real" Stuff?

Lagavulin is one of the most highly rated Scotches of all time! What do you call real Scotch?

[moviemaniac]

"Real" Stuff?

Lagavulin is one of the most highly rated Scotches of all time! What do you call real Scotch?

I know, I know, I already posted I used the wrong word here. I agree, Lagavulin is one of the best malts out there (If you're into smoke and peat, that is).
Let me quote an earlier post referring to the "real"-error:


What I meant is I'd like to try some vintage ones or a good bottle of Port Ellen but there's no way I can afford them. But there's still many excellent whiskies to be discovered in the affordable mid-price range.

[TimmyBoston]

Well, what I think you've got is really good. :biggrin: I hope you enjoy it! :thumbup1:

[ratcheer]

I suppose I neglected to post back, here, but just before Christmas I splurged and bought the bottle of The Balvenie 15-yr old single barrel I had been wanting. It is awesome, but more expensive than I usually spend (around $80, including sales tax). So, like my few other expensive liquors, I will probably nurse it for years - a nip here and a nip there, just for the taste. :redface:

Tim

[moviemaniac]

Well, what I think you've got is really good. :biggrin: I hope you enjoy it! :thumbup1:
Oh lord, yes I do enjoy them, thanks for asking :thumbup: :001_wub: I'm actually looking forward to my next dram, if only those buggers could ship my new Glencairn-glass a bit faster... :sneaky2:

[Bricktop]

I own and enjoy the following

Macallan 12
Macallan 15 Fine Oak
Compass Box Peat Monster
Compass Box Orangerie.

The last one was a bit of a goof purchase, and I don't really get any orange.
The Peat Monster is my image of what scotch should be, based on my memory
of the sips stolen from my dad's stock many many years ago.

I'm going to have to try many more to really define what I do and don't like.

[180gVinyl]

Macallan 12 is a classic

I much prefer the previous oloroso "classic" version to the "Eleganzia" that is now offered in duty free

I also prefer the original offerings to the "Fine Oak" versions

[scruffyv]

Hi,

Single Malts were not so available in the bars in lower Manhattan when I started drinking it some years ago. Now so many bars carry a good range.

There is so much depth and range to the flavor, and it is such a unique flavor-- nothing tastes like it-- though I have had some aged Tequilas in Mexico that have a little of the same feel.

I do not profess much expertise, but I do drink it and this is what I like:

1. Macallan (this is what I keep in the house) smooth, medium peat, the 12 year is consistent.
2 Dalwhinnie (not as peaty as the Macallan with a lighter fruity flavor)
3. Lophraig (when I want something more peaty)

I like all of the others. And thanks for the suggestion on Compass Box, I might try it.

Vin

[Ben]

I'm sure I've said this already at B&B, but Springbank is my all-time favorite. The 21-year-old was the best Scotch I've ever had. The commemorative bottling for the 175th anniversary was great too. Other ones ... I really enjoy Lagavulin, Laphroig, Cragganmore, Cardhu, Oban, and some others.

[TimmyBoston]

I'm sure I've said this already at B&B, but Springbank is my all-time favorite. The 21-year-old was the best Scotch I've ever had.

The only Springbank I've had was the 10. A friend of mine had it, he was advised to get the 15 yo, but he opted for the 10 out of price. In the end, he regretted his decision.

Have you had the 15 or any other vintages aside from the 21. Either way would you mind posting some more feelings and notes about the 21, I've been really tempted to get some Springbank, but I'd like to get some more information. Thanks.

[Ben]

The 21 was just liquid sex. Unfortunately, the bottling ended years ago. If you can find some now, it'll cost a fortune (approx $350 for a small, 70-cl bottle!). It sure as hell wasn't cheap seven years ago. I believe enough of the 175th anniversary bottling is still around. It's a nice Scotch -- very different for Springbank. More on the peaty side than their other stuff.

[Shay]

I went to the liquor store to grab some Frangelico and as I was checking out I just happened to ask the cashier if they carried any of the Compass Box Whiskys because I had seen them in the store before but could not find them today (I like to look for all the things I cannot afford but will try as soon as I can!). Turns out they were de-listing the line and they had 2 bottles of the Peat Monster left at %20 off. $56 CDN is still way more than a student can afford to spend on alcohol but I just couldnt pass up the chance after hearing so many great things about it here.

So I have come to say THANK YOU very much for introducing me to Compass Box whiskys. The Peat Monster is one big big big, fantastic whisky. I have done some bartending in Scotland and have had the chance to try many great whiskys but am now stuck at the Glenlivet and Glenfiddich due to being poor. Those two whiskys should run and hide when they see the Peat Monster coming. I am extremely tempted to go back and grab the other bottle that is left at the store, I just need to find a way to justify it to myself (ie. I dont really need to eat next week....)

Oh yeah, whats the difference between the Peat Monster and the Eleuthera?

[Risky]

I only moved to Scotland in December.

I got a bottle of Glenfiddich 10yo for Christmas so I could first-foot the in-laws with it. My father in law is partial to Glenmorangie 10yo. I'm such a bloody amateur. They both taste the same to me. I really need to go on a distillery tour or something to taste a load and find one I like.

[boboakalfb]

I really need to go on a distillery tour or something to taste a load and find one I like.

I'm jealous...I would love to do that. :thumbup1:

[TimmyBoston]

I'm jealous...I would love to do that. :thumbup1:

Me, too, That's what I've always wanted for a bachelor party, is to take a distillery tour with my friends. That would be the best.

[Nick]

I only moved to Scotland in December.

I got a bottle of Glenfiddich 10yo for Christmas so I could first-foot the in-laws with it. My father in law is partial to Glenmorangie 10yo. I'm such a bloody amateur. They both taste the same to me. I really need to go on a distillery tour or something to taste a load and find one I like.

If you're anywhere near the Royal Mile (day trip to Edinburgh?), the Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre is located a few steps down from the castle. They have a very informative tour that informs you of the history of Scotch, the different types, and of course, a tasting is included. At the end, there's an opportunity to taste more as well (for a price). When I went, it was 5 pounds with a student ID, and that included the tour, the tasting, and a free Glencairn tasting glass. Without a student ID it was around 10 (I think). Hard to beat that.

The Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre was created by a consortium of Scotch distillers.

-Nick

[Zeni]

Me, too, That's what I've always wanted for a bachelor party, is to take a distillery tour with my friends. That would be the best.

Sounds like a Sideways for Scotch!:wink:

If anyone orders a blend I'm outta here!:biggrin:

[Lynchmeister]

If you're anywhere near the Royal Mile (day trip to Edinburgh?), the Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre is located a few steps down from the castle. They have a very informative tour that informs you of the history of Scotch, the different types, and of course, a tasting is included. At the end, there's an opportunity to taste more as well (for a price). When I went, it was 5 pounds with a student ID, and that included the tour, the tasting, and a free Glencairn tasting glass. Without a student ID it was around 10 (I think). Hard to beat that.

The Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre was created by a consortium of Scotch distillers.

-Nick

+1 It's really a cool place for whisky and non-whisky drinker alike. :thumbup:

[Doc4]

I went to the liquor store to grab some Frangelico and as I was checking out I just happened to ask the cashier if they carried any of the Compass Box Whiskys because I had seen them in the store before but could not find them today (I like to look for all the things I cannot afford but will try as soon as I can!). Turns out they were de-listing the line and they had 2 bottles of the Peat Monster left at %20 off. $56 CDN is still way more than a student can afford to spend on alcohol but I just couldnt pass up the chance after hearing so many great things about it here.

So I have come to say THANK YOU very much for introducing me to Compass Box whiskys. The Peat Monster is one big big big, fantastic whisky. I have done some bartending in Scotland and have had the chance to try many great whiskys but am now stuck at the Glenlivet and Glenfiddich due to being poor. Those two whiskys should run and hide when they see the Peat Monster coming. I am extremely tempted to go back and grab the other bottle that is left at the store, I just need to find a way to justify it to myself (ie. I dont really need to eat next week....)

Oh yeah, whats the difference between the Peat Monster and the Eleuthera?

I cannot pass up the opportunity to encourage an AD, especially re. scotch. Dude, you love the drink, and won't see it's like in your area any time soon ... and given the way liquor laws are in Canada, forget about importing your own in a couple years. So just go buy it. You will regret buying it, but you would regret not buying it more.

[TimmyBoston]

non-whisky drinker

I didn't know there was such a thing. :confused:

[Lynchmeister]

I didn't know there was such a thing. :confused:

:whistling:

Unfortunately back in high school my friends and I were more often than not able to procure the occasional bottle of Jack or Bacardi or Captain or Jose and now I have a strong aversion to any spirit with the exception of vodka and gin. I'm sure you all can figure it out, but high school kids + hard liquor = drinking until you're puking your guts out. Psychology is a powerful thing and ever since even the smell of these "brown" liquors has been enough to make me queasy.

I do believe there is hope, though! I'm not just saying this, but it was you Tim, through your awesome posts and reviews that got me thinking about venturing into different spirits. With a few more years behind me, I now drink to enjoy and feel like I'm missing out on a lot by limiting myself to gin and tonics and vodka sours.

I spent the fall semester of my sophomore year of college (2001) in Edinburgh, Scotland and brought back a bottle of single malt 12 yo Glennfiddich back with me. I was actually planning on gifting it to a friend who wanted Absinthe, but I ended up keeping it. I've tried it a few times in a lowball glass with a few ice cubes, but the alcohol was quite pronounced and it was distracting from the actual flavor of the scotch. I did take something positive from the experience though. I now know that by taking baby steps, I do think the doors of fine wine and spirits will someday open for me...despite my mistakes in the past.

[Doc4]

:whistling:

Unfortunately back in high school my friends and I were more often than not able to procure the occasional bottle of Jack or Bacardi or Captain or Jose and now I have a strong aversion to any spirit with the exception of vodka and gin. I'm sure you all can figure it out, but high school kids + hard liquor = drinking until you're puking your guts out. Psychology is a powerful thing and ever since even the smell of these "brown" liquors has been enough to make me queasy.

I do believe there is hope, though! I'm not just saying this, but it was you Tim, through your awesome posts and reviews that got me thinking about venturing into different spirits. With a few more years behind me, I now drink to enjoy and feel like I'm missing out on a lot by limiting myself to gin and tonics and vodka sours.

I spent the fall semester of my sophomore year of college (2001) in Edinburgh, Scotland and brought back a bottle of single malt 12 yo Glennfiddich back with me. I was actually planning on gifting it to a friend who wanted Absinthe, but I ended up keeping it. I've tried it a few times in a lowball glass with a few ice cubes, but the alcohol was quite pronounced and it was distracting from the actual flavor of the scotch. I did take something positive from the experience though. I now know that by taking baby steps, I do think the doors of fine wine and spirits will someday open for me...despite my mistakes in the past.

Well, they say that scotch is an acquired taste ... I guess you'll just have to do a bit more acquiring than most!! :w00t:

I'd say start with a Rusty Nail, to start you on your way!! Yummy!!!

[Lynchmeister]

Rusty nail...can you refresh my memory, Doc?

[TimmyBoston]

Rusty nail...can you refresh my memory, Doc?

Equal parts, Scotch and Drambuie. Or the world's ugliest stripper. Your call.