Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
10-10-2019, 05:32 AM
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
10-05-2019, 04:21 AM
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Bad news: ...
Bad news:
https://www.forbes.com/sites/felipeschrieberg/2019/10/03/trump-administration-slaps-25-tariff-on-single-malt-scotch-whisky-imports/#1dfebd4d207f
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
10-03-2019, 12:07 AM
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
09-16-2019, 06:10 AM
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Replies: 4
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Ardbeg 10 is looking darker
The latest (it might be 4/5 years since I bought it) Ardbeg 10 I opened is definitely looking darker in the Glencairn. I hope they aren't adding caramel coloring to please the eyes of the unwashed...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
08-04-2019, 05:20 AM
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Replies: 9
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
08-02-2019, 05:44 AM
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
08-01-2019, 04:47 AM
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
07-31-2019, 06:25 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,180
Sprinbank 10
I'm going on the record for believing Springbank 10 is an excellent craft malt whisky. It's not an industrially produced product.
I'm having visions of buying a case of it in Minneapolis next time I...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
05-28-2019, 06:15 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 653
I would agree Peat.
Just had the An Oa first...
I would agree Peat.
Just had the An Oa first then the 10. The An Oa has a somewhat better flavor (nothing to write home about though) and is definitely silkier.
The 10 has more flavor and it...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
05-27-2019, 06:14 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 653
Opened an An Oa
A pleasant enough dram, silky, much silkier than Ardbeg 10. I purposely had some Ardie 10 immediately before the An Oa and the An Oa doesn't have as much flavor and backbone as the 10 IMO. Seems a...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
02-19-2018, 06:44 AM
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Replies: 5
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
01-10-2018, 07:22 AM
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Replies: 5
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It's definitely a quality whisky but I don't...
It's definitely a quality whisky but I don't think I'll be looking to buy another after having a few more drams over the past +week. Gotta have my peat flavor even if just a touch.
It's just a bit...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
01-03-2018, 07:14 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,790
Opened A Balvenie Single Barrel 12
This whisky is surprisingly silky for 47.8% abv. The flavor is soft and delicate with noticeable bourbon and aged oak, but also nougat, dried pale fruit, and a touch of licorice. Ample sweetness.
A...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
10-27-2017, 06:02 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,423
Opened an Aberlour 12
Picked it up a couple years ago for $25 + the crazy Washington State liquor tax.
I had a bottle of this before and figured it was worth about $30-$35.
Tastes like a sherry whisky flavored hard...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
10-18-2017, 04:41 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,535
Opened a Corryvreckan...
It's amazing how tasty this stuff is, and yummy too. Had some Ardbeg 10 to follow it and it tasted like koolaid in comparison. :rolleyes:
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
08-25-2017, 07:54 AM
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Replies: 5
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
07-29-2017, 05:29 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,970
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
07-06-2017, 05:46 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 4,003
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
07-06-2017, 05:31 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 4,003
Just opened an Old Pulteny 12. It's a pleasant...
Just opened an Old Pulteny 12. It's a pleasant enough sipper but is a bit subdued and lackluster. Probably won't be long till I'm spiking it with Ardbeg 10 :rolleyes:
BTW, we're getting cooked...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
07-05-2017, 07:05 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 4,003
Will have to keep an eye out for a good buy on...
Will have to keep an eye out for a good buy on the Double Black, looks like the Platinum is a bit pricey for me. Am a bit leary about blends with grain whisky though. :rolleyes:
Am going halfsies...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
07-05-2017, 05:09 AM
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Replies: 10
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
07-04-2017, 05:30 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 4,003
Just Opened a Springbank 10
This stuff is refined, silky. Love the unique flavor. I have to be careful not to drink too much.
Poured a bit of Ardbeg 10 right after the SB 10 and I thought crude would be a good description for...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
06-18-2017, 11:23 PM
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Replies: 10
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
06-18-2017, 05:30 PM
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Views: 3,970
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
06-08-2017, 11:04 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,970
:)
I've got 2 bottles of Springbank 10, a...
:)
I've got 2 bottles of Springbank 10, a Balvenie single barrel 15, and the omnipresent Corryvreckan, Ardbeg 10, and Balvenie DW 12.
The Kilchoman Machir Bay was too good to save. :(
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
06-08-2017, 03:44 AM
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Replies: 10
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
06-06-2017, 04:27 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,970
Figured How To Finish Off A Bottle Of Drambuie
I'm putting it on Breyers vanilla ice cream. Not as good as Grand Marnier but at least I'll be able to get the bottle out of my booze cabinet this way.
:cool:
My latest blend is 1 part A'bunadh,...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
03-19-2017, 03:43 AM
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Replies: 5
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
03-15-2017, 01:52 AM
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Replies: 5
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Mixing Laphroaig 10 & A'bunadh Now
... to use up the A'bunadh. It isn't bad at a ratio of 1 A'bunadh to 4 to 5 Laphroaig.
Things have been so dead here I thought I'd say something. :rolleyes:
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
01-26-2017, 07:04 AM
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Replies: 10
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
01-22-2017, 02:50 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,881
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
01-08-2017, 05:39 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,872
The latest fad here is I found a dust covered...
The latest fad here is I found a dust covered bottle of Drambuie in the back of the booze cupboard and have been mixing about 20% Drambuie & 80% Glemorangie Original. It will be a surefire way to...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
01-08-2017, 05:26 AM
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Replies: 6
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
01-03-2017, 12:15 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 4,086
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
12-20-2016, 07:11 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,872
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
12-15-2016, 05:15 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 5,207
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
12-05-2016, 03:44 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,872
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
12-02-2016, 06:16 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,872
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
11-29-2016, 07:06 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,872
Opened a Glenmorangie Original
Nothing to write home about but ok for $30 including tax. Noticeable oak, easy to tell it was aged in Bourbon barrels, and a soft touch of spicy licorice. Wonder how long before I start spiking it...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
10-27-2016, 04:27 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 3,778
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
10-02-2016, 04:43 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 3,778
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
09-16-2016, 06:48 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 3,778
Opened the Kilchoman Machir Bay
It certainly smells like a peaty Islay. When I sip I get a decent burst of pleasant flavor up front but it rather quickly fades and all too soon the big, harsh alcohol burn finish takes over and...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
09-01-2016, 01:58 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 3,542
My only suggestion is to tell him to get...
My only suggestion is to tell him to get something from the export duty free shop. Although the selection may be limited compared to other shops the savings can be substantial.
I've only had the...
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Forum: Whisky Bottle Date & Other Information Requests
08-12-2016, 10:33 PM
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Replies: 2
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
08-03-2016, 07:55 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 4,958
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
07-28-2016, 10:40 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 4,065
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
07-16-2016, 09:03 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 4,273
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
07-14-2016, 06:56 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 4,065
Just did a reverse comparison starting with the...
Just did a reverse comparison starting with the Ardie 10 then going to the P. M. They are both indeed very good whiskys but my opinion remains about the same. The Ardbeg is quite a bit more peated,...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
07-12-2016, 01:13 AM
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Replies: 2
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
07-12-2016, 01:03 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 4,273
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
07-10-2016, 08:40 AM
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
07-10-2016, 05:43 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 4,065
Started with the Peat Monster.
It starts out a...
Started with the Peat Monster.
It starts out a bit alcohol hot and seemingly light on the flavor I expected but as I sip it becomes more mellow, rich, and complex.
The immediate switch to Ardbeg...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
07-09-2016, 05:43 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 4,273
Almost Missed This One On Ardbeg 10
Well ain't this a kick in the pants? Right here in my liquor controlled state:
https://s32.postimg.org/hcqfzr3ol/Ardbeg_10.png
+ 6% sales tax. Will have to visit my local, fascist, state run...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
07-09-2016, 05:27 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 4,065
Peat Monster
Opened the Peat Monster after finishing off the Talisker 10 and took a sip. Yes, it is very similar to Ardbeg 10. Will have to do a side by side comparison between the P.M. and Ardie 10 next time...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
06-13-2016, 08:46 AM
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Replies: 1
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
06-02-2016, 07:20 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 3,727
Very small Haier 5,000 btu window units are...
Very small Haier 5,000 btu window units are selling here for about $115 US. I'm tempted to get one for my wine/booze storage room but I'd have to have it put in and taken out every year. (bad...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
06-01-2016, 06:58 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 3,727
Canadian? I'd say your air conditioner needs to...
Canadian? I'd say your air conditioner needs to be replaced with one that works or is big enough. I would think 70 f would be a good temp for whisky. Mine goes from 55 f in the winter to 72 max in...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
05-14-2016, 07:10 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 4,958
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
05-14-2016, 04:15 AM
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Replies: 7
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This Year's Haul from Minneapolis
(1) Balvenie Single Barrel 12 $56
(1) Balvenie Single Barrel 15 Sherry Cask $95
(2) Springbank 10 $48
(1) Old Pulteney 12 $39.50
(1) Old Pulteney 17 $97
(1) Compass Box The Peat Monster $48
(1)...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
05-04-2016, 05:01 AM
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Replies: 1
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
05-02-2016, 10:18 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 4,606
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
05-01-2016, 06:58 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 4,606
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
05-01-2016, 04:16 AM
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Replies: 9
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I've run into that confusion before with other...
I've run into that confusion before with other whiskies. Seems the products sold in Britain are 40% abv and a 70 cl bottle while here in the states it's 43% and 75 cl bottle.
I think the state...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
05-01-2016, 04:07 AM
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Replies: 9
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
04-30-2016, 05:46 AM
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Replies: 9
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Coming through Minneapolis need advice.
Will be driving through Minneapolis in a couple weeks,
This is my get list so far at Total Wine:
Balvenie Single Barrel 12 $56
Springbank 10 $48
Old Pulteney 12 $39.50 (40%?)
Compass Box The...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
04-02-2016, 03:54 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 3,518
Took me 15 minutes to go from not liking...
Took me 15 minutes to go from not liking Laphroaig 10 to needing more.
John b answered well but for me it's the oak that is the main ingredient. Can't make whisky without wood. Of course the big...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
04-02-2016, 03:43 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 3,524
The water is already added at the...
The water is already added at the distillery/bottling plant, unless of course it's cask strength.
No water for me, ever. Corryvreckan... makes no matter.
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
03-22-2016, 05:48 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 2,913
Has Anyone Cracked The Balvenie Date Code?
I have 12 Balvenie DW 12s and would like to open the oldest ones first. I have found the laser etched codes on the bottom side of the bottles but I'll be darned if I can figger 'em out. A Google...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
03-09-2016, 12:02 AM
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Replies: 12
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
03-08-2016, 08:17 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 3,134
Hi, and welcome.
Although I find the Quarter...
Hi, and welcome.
Although I find the Quarter Cask too harsh/young for me it's quite tasty and complex. The Lagavulin 16 is very good, a bit spendy though. The Uigeadail is good also but I prefer the...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
03-04-2016, 06:52 AM
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Replies: 36
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
02-27-2016, 11:42 PM
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Replies: 3
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The Balvenie DW 12 is in my opinion one of the...
The Balvenie DW 12 is in my opinion one of the best bangs for the buck but it's price seems to be rising more than other malts.
I'm working on a Glenfarclas 12 which I don't think is quite as good...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
02-22-2016, 07:17 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 12,263
Bowmore 12 tastes like Kool Aid to me. An easy...
Bowmore 12 tastes like Kool Aid to me. An easy drinker but quite boring (yes it's peaty). I've wanted to try Scapa for some time now but from what I've read it's a very delicate bodied malt, very...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
02-17-2016, 05:10 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 12,263
I recently opened a Glenfarclas 12 that I'm...
I recently opened a Glenfarclas 12 that I'm enjoying but it's only lightly peated. Springbank 10 has a good dose of peat and is quite flavorful. A lot more flavor than HP 12 but I wouldn't call it a...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
02-04-2016, 07:10 AM
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Replies: 10
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
02-01-2016, 10:34 PM
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Replies: 3
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
01-31-2016, 09:01 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 11,619
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
01-30-2016, 10:18 AM
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Replies: 36
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I only ever had the Springbank 10. I thought it...
I only ever had the Springbank 10. I thought it was very good. It's different tasting than anything else I ever had. It's not cheap but I will always go for more/try other Springbank, if it's priced...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
01-28-2016, 04:58 AM
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Replies: 10
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
01-23-2016, 05:44 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 11,619
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
01-21-2016, 11:41 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 11,619
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
01-21-2016, 07:10 AM
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Replies: 19
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
01-20-2016, 08:30 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 11,619
If the Corry is a bit wild for you try some...
If the Corry is a bit wild for you try some Uigeadail as a stepping stone. I can never get enough Ardbeg 10. An opened bottle never lasts long even when I'm drinking mostly other selections. It and...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
01-12-2016, 06:21 AM
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Replies: 2
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
01-05-2016, 08:07 AM
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Ardbeg 10, Russian Imperial Stout Pairing
Was told some months back on a beer site this was good. Finally got around to trying it and I agree. The two compliment each other quite well. The beer was Old Rasputin R.I.S.
I need to do this...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
12-26-2015, 06:28 AM
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Replies: 362
Views: 139,047
My Glencairn is in hand awaiting your pour.
I...
My Glencairn is in hand awaiting your pour.
I just now finished off an Ardbog bottle. I stood with it upside down for a good 3 minutes to get every drop. Kind of a sad moment but I recently opened...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
12-24-2015, 06:52 AM
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Replies: 362
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
12-22-2015, 09:35 PM
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Replies: 19
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
12-22-2015, 07:18 AM
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
12-06-2015, 11:02 AM
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Replies: 4
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
12-05-2015, 09:58 PM
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Replies: 4
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Taiwanese Whisky?
Taiwanese Whisky :eek:
Kavalan Whiskey Fino Sherry 115.6 Proof, $400
Kavalan ex-Bourbon Oak Taiwanese Whisky 92 Proof, $125
Kavalan Sherry Oak Taiwanese Whisky 92 Proof, $150
Kavalan Whisky...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
12-03-2015, 04:11 AM
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Replies: 13
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
12-02-2015, 09:08 AM
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Replies: 13
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He speaks from experience... ;)
I was to an...
He speaks from experience... ;)
I was to an olive oil tasting back in Sept. I got a kick out of the woman telling me to sip the oil from the little sample cup like I explained I do with spirits. I...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
12-01-2015, 02:06 AM
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Replies: 13
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
11-30-2015, 01:22 AM
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Replies: 10
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Looks like you've been around the horn. Isn't...
Looks like you've been around the horn. Isn't A'bunadh a cask strength malt?
IMHO of course, Bowmore 12 and Macallan 12 taste like whisky flavored kool aid to me. I find the Macallan 12, although a...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
11-29-2015, 06:33 AM
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Replies: 10
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Hi & welcome.
Yes it would be helpful to...
Hi & welcome.
Yes it would be helpful to know what you've tried and what you thought of them.
Sounds like you might prefer the 40% alcohol by volume offerings for the time being anyway.
I'm...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
11-23-2015, 06:48 AM
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Replies: 362
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This Bunnahabhain 12 is quite yummy. Not Islay...
This Bunnahabhain 12 is quite yummy. Not Islay tasting at all, more like a Speyside. Very silky for 46.3% abv but loaded with rich flavor.
I think I'm getting the slightest hint of peat sniffing...
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
11-13-2015, 08:15 AM
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Replies: 6
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
11-11-2015, 12:00 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 5,990
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Forum: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
11-09-2015, 07:15 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 2,392
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