What is the best whisky

[sharkey]

"Sullivans Cove" from Tasmania, or one of the Japanese offerings if going for a top self single malt. I like it when a distiller makes ruthless cuts between the heads & tails & then oaks it well. I enjoy the Scottish spirit but I can always smell too much of the tails which is no doubt left in for flavour but that "wet dog" smell & taste spoils most of them for me. Scotland is no longer near the top when it comes to single malts or distilling a malt. I generally prefer to drink a well blended "scotch" than a single malt from Scotland now for this reason. I also think that most of the offerings from Ireland are generally made with more skill than those from Scotland, it certainly is when comparing spirit in the same price bracket.

Sharkey

 

[Briarquest]

Auchentoshan 3 wood.

 

[libensvolenspotens]

Penderyn

 

[tedster]

Suntory Yamazaki.

 

[starr shot]

The best whiskey/whisky I find is the ones I get given around this time of year by the firms &people I use all year to say thanks for you business

 

[FrenchieBoy]

This is a heck of an interesting thread to learn from. I'm no wisky expert but I do like a "wee dram" now and then, especially around this time of the year when I'm trying to relax during these cold dark evenings.
I had a bottle of Islay malt last year but found it a little too "peaty" for my liking - I'm not a real big fan of these peaty tasting wiskies. On of the nicest I had was a 18 year old Glenfidich, now that was a real treat to drink!
I also like a glass of Bourbon now and then. The one I get is from Tescos and is aclled called "Old Samuel De Luxe", and for under £14 a bottle it's "extremely acceptable" but often needs a second glass or two to really appreciate it - Much to the wife's discust - She says I snore like a pig when I've had a few, but surely taht's a part of being a man!
Whatever your favourite "tipple" enjoy it and stay safe over the fistive season!

 

[User00025]

Scotland- Glengoyne for easy drinking or Bladnoch for harshness

Ireland-Tullamore dew

 

[Cootmeurer]

The American in me would say Bourbon - and then make a long list.

However, I was able to sample some nice whisky while in Scotland this fall. I wouldn't take a bottle of Glenmorangie if you gave it to me (the age it in Jack Daniels barrels - BLECHHH). On the happy side, we were able to tour and taste at BalBlair - their 1983 is rated as one of the top 10 in the world (but it runs 200 pounds a bottle). They did have a 1999 that was absolutely stunning - easy to drink, complex in taste (aged for 10 years in Bourbon barrels, then finished for another 2 in sherry barrels), and warmed your throat nicely.

 

[The deer man]

Laphroaig is top of my list at the moment but normally it's the cheaper end for day to day. I haven't had Tomintoul since 1981 and for a couple of years thereafter but do remember it to be very good, maybe something to do with celebrating my first ever stalking outing there!

 

[JockStalk]

After years of careful study my absolute favourite dram, without anything else coming anywhere near it, is the one someone else paid for.
Simple.
JS

 

[Mauser243]

The Balvenie Port Wood, closely followed by Double Wood. But to be honest there are many great ones to choose from and hopefully many more to come.

George

 

[Wiltsire Ron]

Right first time - Bowmore 17 if you can find it.
Ron

 

[downwind]

Just finished a bottle of Glenmorangie 10yr old.
May not be the best but tonight I'll sleep well!

Edit, just thought I'd add--it was a gift in July this year

 

[dan71]

Sloe whisky is best for me!

 

[lochty]

Aberlour A'Bunadh cask strength every time. In terms of alcohol per pound, it's a winner. On offer occaisionally in Tesco at about £36 per bottle

 

[375win]

What's the best caliber for shooting deer? What's the best car? ..... beautiful women? Mate, some questions are best when they are not asked. For me, the 21 yr old Old Pulteney that Jim Murray rated so highly was a damn fine dram.

 

[norma 308]

Had a sore throat for nigh on two weeks so I've been giving my large whisky collection a good seeing to and have stumbled on OLD PULTENEY wow the throat loves it very smooth
norma

 

[limulus]

As I have Ebola ( wife reckons its a cold but this is far more serious) I'm mixing the singleton with hot water honey and a lemon slice with cloves in it.
I can feel the Ebola easing with every glass.

 

[Woodsmoke]

Just finished a bottle of Glenmorangie

A fine whisky. My favourite is the Quinta Ruben. The Portwood finish is beautiful too

 

[User00026]

24yr Port Ellen