The Scotch Thread

[LongCity]

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Wow, how'd you manage to get 2 bottles of Scorch? I'm sure they'll be worth a bunch at auction before long.

What's in the other tin? Cairdeas?

I'm planning to start a YouTube channel loosely based around whisky soon so I'll be ordering a few bottles to fit in with my plans for that but nothing too expensive or exciting.

Just luck. One was a raffle to be able to purchase and the other I was just at the right place, at the right time.

The other one is not the car chase but if you can guess, exactly, what it is, I will give you a sample, if you're ever back in Calgary and there is any left haha.

What are you looking to pick up for your YouTube?

[RX_EVOLV]

Kilkerran 8yo cask strength?

[davidI]

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Just luck. One was a raffle to be able to purchase and the other I was just at the right place, at the right time.

The other one is not the car chase but if you can guess, exactly, what it is, I will give you a sample, if you're ever back in Calgary and there is any left haha.

What are you looking to pick up for your YouTube?

Wow, lucky indeed!! I'd second RX-Evolv's guess at a Kilkerran but no idea which one (after zooming in and seeing a bit of drawing on the tin). I tried the Kilkerran 8 CS with my whisky club and really enjoyed it.

As far as bottles, I'll probably just pick-up an Auchentoshan 12 and Naked Grouse Malt.

First month will be diving into some budget bourbon/sherry cask single malts so I'm thinking Glendronach 8, Tomatin 12, and Auchentoshan 12.

Then I'm planning to dive into budget sherry bombs... Glendronach 12, Tamdhu 12, and maybe Glenfarclas 12 (unless anyone has other suggestions?) followed by Blended Scotch Malt (Shackleton, Monkey Shoulder, and maybe Naked Grouse).

[LongCity]

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Kilkerran 8yo cask strength?

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Wow, lucky indeed!! I'd second RX-Evolv's guess at a Kilkerran but no idea which one (after zooming in and seeing a bit of drawing on the tin). I tried the Kilkerran 8 CS with my whisky club and really enjoyed it.

As far as bottles, I'll probably just pick-up an Auchentoshan 12 and Naked Grouse Malt.

First month will be diving into some budget bourbon/sherry cask single malts so I'm thinking Glendronach 8, Tomatin 12, and Auchentoshan 12.

Then I'm planning to dive into budget sherry bombs... Glendronach 12, Tamdhu 12, and maybe Glenfarclas 12 (unless anyone has other suggestions?) followed by Blended Scotch Malt (Shackleton, Monkey Shoulder, and maybe Naked Grouse).

You guys are almost correct but not exact nor wrong. But since there are many iterations of the Kilkerran 8, there are no prizes hahah.

As for your lineup of budget sherry offerings, I would skip the Glenfarclas - it's sherried but pretty weak. Not sure what price they are going for in your market but maybe Glenmorangie Lasanta, Aberlour 12, or Glengoyne 12. I would definitely get the Naked Grouse over the Glenfarclas 12

[davidI]

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As for your lineup of budget sherry offerings, I would skip the Glenfarclas - it's sherried but pretty weak. Not sure what price they are going for in your market but maybe Glenmorangie Lasanta, Aberlour 12, or Glengoyne 12. I would definitely get the Naked Grouse over the Glenfarclas 12

Thanks for the suggestions. I ruled out the Aberlour 12, Glengoyne 12, and Dalmore 12/15 as they're first ex-bourbon and then ex-sherry (though perhaps the Glenfarclas is too?). I'm trying to find another age stated whisky that's predominantly sherry cask.

Glenfarclas 15 or Glenallachie 12/15 would be great but they're hard to find these days and at a higher price point as well....

[davidI]

A few budget pick-ups to front run the end of summer blues...

[Eride]

The Naked Grouse is a fantastic bottle for the price!

[CompletelyNumb]

That Balvenie doublewood is still one of my all time favorites.

[Inzane]

Has anyone tried the current Kirkland 20yr Speyside single malt? Its 46%, sherry cask. $85.

I've only had a couple drams so far. Its got a very strong sherry character, almost sherry bomb territory. But its also got a lot of heat, more than I expected for a 20yr. It seems familiar but I'd only be guessing... reminds me of Aberlour.

[bjstare]

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Has anyone tried the current Kirkland 20yr Speyside single malt? Its 46%, sherry cask. $85.

I've only had a couple drams so far. Its got a very strong sherry character, almost sherry bomb territory. But its also got a lot of heat, more than I expected for a 20yr. It seems familiar but I'd only be guessing... reminds me of Aberlour.

Is this available at all Costcos? I was at the one on the reserve on the weekend and didn't notice it there, but I'll have to look next time.

[RX_EVOLV]

They come and go. I picked up a 23yo Kirkland Speyside like 4 months ago, then they stocked a 22 yo.. and now I guess there's a 20yo.

The 23yo was okay, but for the price ($99) it was a good daily drinker.

[bjstare]

I might have to start visiting other costcos; the buffalo run one only ever has the 1.75L 12 yr blended Kirkland.

[Inzane]

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Is this available at all Costcos? I was at the one on the reserve on the weekend and didn't notice it there, but I'll have to look next time.

No idea. I found mine at the new Leduc location, by the Edm airport.

[RX_EVOLV]

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I might have to start visiting other costcos; the buffalo run one only ever has the 1.75L 12 yr blended Kirkland.

When I went to the heritage one last weds to pick up the Kirkland Islay scotch (amazing BTW. $60 for 750ml and 50%abv) , the cashier said they just got a shipment of 20 or 22yo in. Haven't stocked yet

[ThePenIsMightier]

I thought the 16yo was the real winner. I only got one bottle and when I went back for more, it was gone forever.
#SadLife

[bjstare]

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When I went to the heritage one last weds to pick up the Kirkland Islay scotch (amazing BTW. $60 for 750ml and 50%abv) , the cashier said they just got a shipment of 20 or 22yo in. Haven't stocked yet

I’ll have to go there, hopefully they have some islay left. Thanks!

[RX_EVOLV]

Good luck! it tastes very similar to Port Charlotte to me which is great, even though that's very unlikely. Probably Caol Ila given the volume the distillery will need to afford for a Kirkland bottling.

[jake1er]

Not Scotch but thought it would be appreciated here. Delivered to the door for $220! Looking forward to diving into this on my upcoming birthday.

[davidI]

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Not Scotch but thought it would be appreciated here. Delivered to the door for $220! Looking forward to diving into this on my upcoming birthday.

Great price based on what I've seen. Who did you order it through?

[jake1er]

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Great price based on what I've seen. Who did you order it through?

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