What dram is in your quaich?

[Terry Searl]

I also very much enjoyed the Quinta Ruban, which was part of a generously sized yet surprisingly inexpensive four bottle taster set I recently finished with three 12 year old barrel-finished Glenmorangies, as well as the original Glenmorangie, which frankly still does not impress me much.

I am also very delighted with Talisker Storm--my first encounter ever with any Talisker, and although I surely will follow Jock Scot's advice to try the the more intense Talisker 57 North, the Storm is destined to become one of my regulars--as much brine, vanilla, fruits and even smoke as my favorite Islay Malts but also a healthy dose of warm, peppery spices. Uniquely wonderful stuff. THANKS JOCK!

Thanks so much for sharing your opinion. I am always inclined towards Islay malts but the Quinta Ruban was a bit more less inhibiting for quests.....I will try the Talisker's and like you, it will be my first encounter.....it's always great to try something new especially when it concerns the distillation of malted barley.....heh! heh!