I have not had Glenmorangie in a long time. I'm glad I know how to pronounce it now.

I like the Islay peat monsters myself. Lagavulin and Ardbeg are my favorites. But a smooth whisky is very enjoyable too. Cragganmore is my favorite in that department.

I'm sure there are more exotic and expensive brands out there, but those are commonly available, and not too obscenely priced. But I only break them out for friends and family. I stick to the cheap blends otherwise.

I have always marvelled that "high end" blends exist. Why would anybody who's spending over $100 for one bottle not go with a single malt ?