FReeper needs advice on which imported Scotches and Whiskies are the best?

[erod]

Hi Friends, I am a Scotch and Whiskey novice for the most part. Don’t get me wrong I enjoy Jack Daniels and Johnny Walker, but I’m limited in my knowledge of these two great liquors. The other day I realized that if the euro continues its fall and the dollar strengthens I will be able to buy more imported booze at cheaper prices (I know what you’re thinking, thanks Captain Obvious). So if this is the case (and hopefully it is) what would FReepers recommend as good imported liquor particularly in the Scotch and Whiskey categories? Best, -Erod

[bushpilot1]

Drink a blended snake wine or homemade Buku Juice.

[Captain Beyond]

bflr

[Second Amendment First]

The Glenlivet & Glenfiddich.

[hinckley buzzard]

Save your money. After the first sip they all taste the same. Trust me. Once the acohol hits your taste buds and numbs them out you won't be able to tell Glenlivet from Cutty Sark. Don't believe me, do a taste test some time for the fun and educational value.

[Victor]

"....FAMOUS GROUSE! Smooth and delicious!..."

Priced about the same as Dewar's. How would you compare it?

[Cletus.D.Yokel]

Craft Beer, huh?

My current float includes:

New Begium - 2 Below
New Glarus - Spotted Cow
Bell’s - Oberon

And my favoritest BBQ beer - Goose Island IPA.

[TruthShallSetYouFree]

I enjoy The Macallan. I went to a Johnnie Walker tasting one time, and the guy in charge (kilts and all) asked me what kind of Scotch I enjoyed. I mentioned The Macallan, and he said that means I must enjoy a sweeter taste, like a Toasted Almond ice cream bar. I had never thought of it that way (and actually, still don’t) but it is damned good Scotch, and a tad more approachable than some of the others mentioned.
My kids just got me a bottle of GlenMorangie Astar for my birthday, and it tastes like Scotch that wants to be Brandy. It is a startling 57.1% alcohol (times two for the Proof, which is 114.2) and must be taken in small, delicious doses.

[massgopguy]

YES!

[Talisker]

The Best.

[Victor]

McCallan's is a nice, distinctive single malt-good stuff. I also like Glen Morangie, Glen Fiddich and Glen Livet, in no certain order.

One of the best blends I've ever had is Balvenie, available in several different styles. Just excellent Scotch. Johnnie Walker Black ain't too shabby, either.

[ricmc2175]

Bushmill’s Single Malt 21 year Madeira Cask aged. After thorough imbibing, you may use the wooden box in which in comes as a casket for the leprechauns you may see.

[103198]

Glenturret - but you did say imported didn't you? You have to import it yourself (via travel) or have someone bring it in for you. Because the difficulty in obtaining it, it is my favorite single malt Scotch.

[absolootezer0]

Glenmorangie.

trisham- aw yeah, i'm with you on that.
erod- try picking up a sampler. glanmorangie has a 4 pack sampler that's got some good stuff. try samplers before getting into a full bottle.

[thefactor]

I think Pharmboy can be of some service.

Me? I like 12 yr old Glenlivet.

[FES0844]

GlenLivet the best, but expensive. JMO

[HungarianGypsy]

*Freeper kitchen Ping*

[weps4ret]

Many, many, many more then 10 Scotch Whisky’s out there. Note there is no “e” in Scotch Whisky.

http://whiskyshopusa.com/

Take a look at what they carry, your head will spin without the wee dram.

Gunner

[Cletus.D.Yokel]

Izzat a “yes” for the ping list, also?

[ronniesgal]

true!
Try Glen Rothes if you can find it. My husband is in love!!!

[OldMissileer]

If you want the best stuff then ignore the single malt and go for the Single Cask. These Scotchs are not blended in any way.

Single Malt is blended from several different casks of the same malt while Single Cask is just what its name means: Taken from only one cask.

I have a friend who belongs to a Scotch club and gets these via the mail at about $200 to $400 per bottle.

My pocket book is not that generous so I go with Single Malt but when I get a chance to drink a glass of his I can really taste the difference.