What's your favorite single malt Scotch Whisky?

[MacSimoin]

Speaking as someone who's not a young 'in nor a stranger to drink, I'll undoubetdly ruffle some feathers with my own personal "tried-and-true" choices. However, please remember that taste is relative...so, don't take personal offense if you disagree.

Dislikes:

Islay malts: For example, Laphroaig has way, way too much of a medicinal taste for me (I liken its taste to the odor of a band-aid...). In fact, I feel the taste is too strongly balanced not to mention over-board. But, my wife likes it and that's why it's usually "in stock".

Any blended scotch: The work of the devil.

Likes:

Speyside malts: My personal favorite. For example, The Glenlivet is (in my opinion) as good a single malt as any. I know some will bemoan those words but (for me) this is a single malt that I can enjoy all evening, without breaking the bank trying to impress my friends and famliy. Glenfiddich is another popular example and I enjoy it as well.

Highland malts: The Dalmore (12 YO) is a favorite that I'll occasionally pick up for an "private evening" at home with my wife. This, like Glenmorangie, goes down easy yet it will certainly delight your palate along the way. If I'm ever short on cash, McClelland's is the way to go.