The Scotch Thread

[msommers]

Cheers guys!

[Neil4Speed]

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^ glenlivet founders reserve. So good for the price

Respectfully, I totally disagree - I found it to be pretty awful.

[RX_EVOLV]

I agree. Glenlivet Founder's Reserve is no good, even at $35.

For Highland Park 12 alternative, which is very full-bodied and balanced, I would probably go for Cragganmore 12 (~$70) or the Springbank 10 $67.. If you don't mind spending a bit more, then Springbank 12 Cask Strength (~$90).

Or pick up the Tomatin 12 that's onsale at COOP this week for $45. That's a good price. But don't get the $35 Tomatin Legacy that's also on sale. That one is crap.

[LilDrunkenSmurf]

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Look for a Glenmorangie Nector d'or. For a sub $100 bottle it is very enjoyable when you want something on the sweeter side rather than peat and smoke. Very lovely bottle! I have been through a few bottles and always keep one on hand for when I want and easy to drink but still quite complex scotch. Whenever I have people over who insist they hate scotch, this is the bottle I have them taste and they are always surprised. It has been nicknamed by many as the "honey pot"... Give it a whirl!

Agreed, I really enjoyed the Nector D'or when I tried it.

[roopi]

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Macallan Fine Oak 15 used to be $105 ~1 year ago. Some random Liquor Depots around town still has it for that price. The new batches are $150, which I think is way over priced. I don't even think it's even worth $125 imo. I would rather spend $25 more and get the Macallan Edition No 2. instead.

Macallan Fine Oak 17 the price is alright. For $250 it's probably as cheap as they get here in Calgary, unless you managed to pick up a bottle last month when Liquor Depot had a 20% off all single malt sale. I've heard decent things about this one but not sure if it's $250 good.

I picked up the 15 on Saturday morning. Unfortunately I had a block party the same day and I brought it out and it disappeared rather quickly. I did try it but don't really recall what I thought of it.

[tenth]

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REALLY enjoying the Highland Park 12 yr. Went to scope out the 18 and it's almost $200...a bit steep for me...

Anything similar to the 12 you guys would recommend? Tried and like Oban 14 also.

Highland Park 12 is a good value scotch that is pretty agreeable with almost everybody, and provides some exposure to peat. I'd check out Benromach 10 and Old Pulteney 12 for alternatives that are generally well-liked scotches regardless of flavour profile preference. I like the Springbank recommendation as well, although I know some people have been turned off by the signature Springbank funk.

[googe]

So I saw some Blue Label for a good price and grabbed it on a whim, since I've never tried it. Haven't opened it. Was told by someone who knows my tastes (basically, peaty single malts) that I might not enjoy it and regret the purchase. Is it worth it, or overrated? Might trade it for something else or sell it or something.

[ercchry]

Yeah blue label isn't a peat lovers scotch in the least, it is very smooth and good if you like highlands style scotch

[Buster]

Need a scotch recommendation. I can't stand the stuff, but one of the guys that works for me is a big fan. He did some good work recently that deserves an attaboy, so wanted to get him something.

Any recommendations on a special scotch?

[roopi]

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Need a scotch recommendation. I can't stand the stuff, but one of the guys that works for me is a big fan. He did some good work recently that deserves an attaboy, so wanted to get him something.

Any recommendations on a special scotch?

Price range? Any idea what type of scotch he likes?

[Buster]

I don't and I'd probably rather surprise him than ask him...so something "general purpose" would be better.

I was looking at Macallan 21. I think thats under a grand?

[roopi]

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I don't and I'd probably rather surprise him than ask him...so something "general purpose" would be better.

I was looking at Macallan 21. I think thats under a grand?

Haven't seen that around lately but good bottle. Can't go wrong with Macallan imo as I sit here drinking a Macallan 15 being jealous.

If you have a price range up to $1000 and can't find that go to Willow Park collectible section and talk to someone there.

[RX_EVOLV]

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I don't and I'd probably rather surprise him than ask him...so something "general purpose" would be better.

I was looking at Macallan 21. I think thats under a grand?

Macallan 21 will be $720 and easily found at most of the bigger COOP liquor stores (e.g. Midtown).

With that kind of budget I would also recommend going to Willow Park or Andrew at Kensington Wine Market and ask for recommendations.

Willow Park if you want standard bottlings stuff like... Macallan 21. Balvenie 30. Laphroaig 30..

KWM if your guy is REALLY into scotch and appreciate the single cask, independent bottling stuff, like the Cooper's Choice 1967 Lochside (40yo)

[ercchry]

I'd go with a 25/30+ year old glendronach or glenfarclas over the macallan for a non-offensive "generic" tasting scotch... with the volume macallan sells in China they did away with age statements cause they could not keep up with demand and this alone is responsible for the price tag on the 21, with the other two you get something much nicer to drink at that price vs just bragging rights

[RX_EVOLV]

A bottle of 1988 (or older) Glenfarclas Family Cask would be so awesome. I would be over the moon if I'm ever gifted with one of those.

[Buster]

Sorry for the cross-post to the other thread, but this is what I bought him:

Based it on the recommendation from the guys at Willow Park.

I think it was in the $650 range?

[roopi]

Spotted Macallan 15 at Costco this weekend for $109.99

[RX_EVOLV]

Not sure if you guys are aware but Liquor Depot is having a huge inventory blowout sale right now. The scotches at the Brentwood and 17ave location are on deep discounts. 25-50% off. e.g. Glengoyne 21 onsale from $190 to $125. Macallan Sienna from $180 to $114. Big Peat from $90 to $64. Probably >100 bottles on sale.

Everything else is cheap too. Vodka from $60 to $20. Mezcal from $170 to $70. A bunch of wines are 50%/below cost. Go check it out if you haven't already ! I'm all stocked up

[Buster]

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Spotted Macallan 15 at Costco this weekend for $109.99

Is that just those locations?

[Neil4Speed]

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Not sure if you guys are aware but Liquor Depot is having a huge inventory blowout sale right now. The scotches at the Brentwood and 17ave location are on deep discounts. at least 25-50% off. e.g. Glengoyne 21 onsale from $190 to $125. Macallan Sienna from $180 to $114. Big Peat from $90 to $64. Probably >100 bottles on sale.

Everything else is cheap too. Vodka from $60 to $20. Mezcal from $170 to $70. A bunch of wines are 50%/below cost. Go check it out if you haven't! I'm all stocked up

Thanks for sharing, I will definitely go check that out

Anyone tried the Canadian Club 40 yet? I'm interested, but can't bare to spend $200 on a Canadian Whiskey because I have bought into Scotch snobbery....