Thanks for the quote, Ron Burgundy.
Over the last year I've discovered that I really, really like single malt scotch. Because inquiring minds want to know, here's my favorite scotches I've tried to date (in order of what I prefer):
1. Oban. Liquid gold, just the best, best, best. Gives me hope for humanity. See the picture above? I even put on my favorite t-shirt and red lipstick to drink it.
2. Dalmore, 15. It has a STAG HEAD on the bottle. That about sums it up: Regal, majestic, mysterious - as in how did I drink that much? And my bill is how much?!
3. Glenmorangie, Tùsail. Smooth and caramely, warms from the inside out; one of the few I don't prefer over ice.
4. Balvenie, 12. Also caramely but sweeter and flowerier (not a word but whatever) than the Glenmorangie. Beautiful color and a great scotch at the $50-ish price point.
5. The Glenlivet, 15. I only sampled this one but it. was. awesome.
6. The Glenlivet 18 - weirdly, I preferred the 15...liked this one but too many butterscotch notes for me or something. I love caramel but hate butterscotch - go figure.
7. The Glenlivet 12 - my standard bottle for around $30, a winner at this price point. Color is a bit light but nice overall flavor with balance on the finish between a bit of a burn, then followed by smoothness in the mouth feel.
8. Lagavulin, 18. A very, very good scotch - pricer than ones I prefer but lots of peat with that smoky Islay flavor. That said of the Islays I've had (admittedly not many), this one wins.
9. Glenfiddich, 12. Very similar to Glenlivet 12 but usually a bit more expensive. Also something about the finish is less satisfying to me than the Glenlivet. It's like a great meal followed by a sub-par dessert.
10. Johnny Walker Black. The only blended to make my list. I assume I'd like Johnny Walker Blue, Platinum, etc., but I can't afford that as of yet. I enjoy this scotch on the rocks, with soda water, or in a hot toddy.
Are you thirsty yet? Also if any scotch makers would like to send me samples to review, I can make time for that. :)
