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Athletic Dir [867]
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Scotch
Nov 23, 2019, 5:51 PM
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Hello Gents. I know it's been discussed prior on this board but I would like to purchase a decent scotch in the range of $50 or so for Thanksgiving/Christmas. Any suggestions.
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Scotch is a multi-layered subject.
Nov 23, 2019, 5:59 PM
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Not as simple as "what's good for $50?"
That said, you won't go wrong with The Macallan or Glenlivet. For the adventurous there's Laphroaig.
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Re: Scotch is a multi-layered subject.
Nov 23, 2019, 6:00 PM
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What's the Laphroaig? Never heard of that.
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smoky, peaty, liquoricy, Islay whisky.
Nov 23, 2019, 6:16 PM
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NOT for the beginner/uninitiated.
If I just wanted a "good Scotch" for the holidays, I'd go Macallan or Glenlivet. Macallan is the "sweeter" of the two, and Macallan Double Cask has a strong vanilla-y/oaky tone. Nicer than your average Scotch. For sipping, not mixing.
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Re: smoky, peaty, liquoricy, Islay whisky.
Nov 23, 2019, 6:21 PM
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I second Laphroaig
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Re: smoky, peaty, liquoricy, Islay whisky.
Nov 23, 2019, 6:26 PM
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Thanks for the suggestions. Have had scotch but would like to step up the game from Johnny Red. Had the gold which I enjoyed but I'm basically the equivalent of wanting to go from bud light to craft beer
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Re: Scotch
Nov 23, 2019, 6:03 PM
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Dalwhinne
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Glenmorangie original
Nov 23, 2019, 6:05 PM
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Apparently can't go wrong for newbie taste.
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Re: Scotch
Nov 23, 2019, 6:14 PM
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It depends on whether you want a blender or single malt scotch.
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Balvenie Doublewood or Macallan 12 year are good
Nov 23, 2019, 6:19 PM
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and are safe bets.
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Re: Balvenie Doublewood or Macallan 12 year are good
Nov 23, 2019, 6:23 PM
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Glendronach 12 yr in my opinion is the best deal for the money.
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In that price range,
Nov 23, 2019, 6:41 PM
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I love Highland Park 12...yum...
I can't Laphroaig...not my type at all. Opposite end of my palate spectrum!
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Re: Scotch
Nov 23, 2019, 6:49 PM
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If you want a single malt scotch for under $50 about the only option you have is Glenlivet 12. It's a staple in most bars that I'm in when I travel and it's a fairly good option for the money. From there the sky is the limit with scotch. I don't care for blended scotches so I never drink Johnny Walker. I keep Balvenie, MaCallan and Aberlour 16 in my cabinet but those are much more than $50.
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8 year Lagavulin
Nov 23, 2019, 6:50 PM
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Nm
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Glenmorangie is my vote...
Nov 23, 2019, 7:07 PM
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Great for beginners. Wonderful floral highland taste.
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Re: Scotch
Nov 23, 2019, 9:51 PM
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The best entry level for around $50 would be something like Glenmorangie; I'd recommend the Glenmorganie Lasanta.
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Re: Scotch
Nov 23, 2019, 9:55 PM
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monkey Shoulders
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