Scotch

[Ghâshûl]

I'll also recommend Laphroaig, particularly the quarter cask.
In addition I also think the Bunnahabhain is a very good whisky. It's a bit more 'mild' than the laphroaig.

EDIT: remember to read the entire thread first. You can take this post as my agreement

[bikercelt1]

As an interesting side note, my daughter loves Laphroig because the scent and taste reminds her of the time she spent going to school in Dublin. She says the peat smell is just like the air in Ireland. Even though I was only with her there for a couple of weeks I'd have to agree. Every time we drink it she gets a faraway look and I know she's reliving good times.

Jamie

[Mattg]

Great thread! I've been wanting to try my hand, or I should say tastebuds, at Scotch....this is very helpful!

[GlassMan]

I have to admit that I've been pleasantly surprised that the Virginia ABC store near my home is beginning to stock a lot of very high end alcohol. Their Scotch selection is now outstanding, as is their vodka selection.

For those who don't know, in other stores may sell wine & beer for consumption off premises, but only the ABC (Alcohol Beverage Commission) store may sell grain alcohol of any kind.

[The Supreme Canuck]

Hm... I have an unopened bottle of Laphroaig 10-Year-Old sitting about three feet away, mocking me. Tempting me. I've not yet tried it, you see. Better rectify that soon...

Anyway, has anyone tried Glen Breton Rare? Not a scotch (it's made in Cape Breton) but it's made the same way as scotch. Only single malt produced in Canada. Worth a try, or what?

[Macman]

Anyway, has anyone tried Glen Breton Rare? Not a scotch (it's made in Cape Breton) but it's made the same way as scotch. Only single malt produced in Canada. Worth a try, or what?

SG, I haven't tried it yet, but what I've read about it tells me that it's overpriced for the quality. I'm looking forward to trying a dram sometime, but I haven't seen it for sale in a bar yet, and if I'm going to buy a bottle, I'd rather spend it on something I know and like.

[The Supreme Canuck]

Sounds pretty reasonable. I've not seen it in bars, either. Heck, I've not even seen it at the LCBO.