Can I get some tips on a good 'starter' scotch - not too pricey and easy drinking?
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how about a blend? my wife (ex-bartender) thought that a blend might be more approachable???
I'm a serious Scotch drinker and collector and I disagree, blends contain grain alcohol which is often much harsher, more inconsistent, and doesn't deliver the high quality of a Single Malt. There are some good blends out there don't get me wrong, but they are few and far between and the good ones aren't cheap. Trust me, if you want to start out on the right foot (and save a little money), get a bottle of Glenlivet 12.
I'm a serious Scotch drinker and collector and I disagree, blends contain grain alcohol which is often much harsher, more inconsistent, and doesn't deliver the high quality of a Single Malt. There are some good blends out there don't get me wrong, but they are few and far between and the good ones aren't cheap. Trust me, if you want to start out on the right foot (and save a little money), get a bottle of Glenlivet 12.
This queston comes up a lot. Definitely make your first Scotch Glenlivet 12.
There are some outstanding blends in the sub $50 category but you probably should stay away from most stuff under $25. If you can find blends by Compass Box, they are pretty exceptional. In the more readily available categories, JW black isn't bad and neither is Dewar's 12 year old.
I'd also caution against thumbing your nose of grain scotch whisky. If you can find it and have the financial means, a bottle of Hedonism vatted grain scotch whisky definately change your mind.
Pinch!
Next thing I must try is one of the bruichladdich bottles
once bottle is in hand, what is the best way to start drinking it?
rocks?
straight?
splash?
turn the bottle up and go, bluto style?