The Glenlivet

[SouthernScot]

I agree with previous assessments of blended scotch. I'll only drink it when I'm out of single malt, and Dewars would be my last choice. Chevas seemed to be what most pubs/restaurants stocked as a blend when I lived in Louisiana. "The Macallen" is good stuff, and don't knock Glenfiddich. I sampled a bit of a 25yr bottle and it wasn't bad.

[Iolaus]

Yes I must admit I do have some evaporating at my place too Graham. But my single malt collection is almost as dear to me as my kilts!

I know the feeling, I even took pictures in the early days of my collection!

[flyv65]

Here, here. Comparing Glenlivet to a blend is like comparing turkey dinner to McDonalds. Blends are good for cooking, where as a single malt is for enjoyment

Tut, tut now: I wasn't comparing Glenlivet to a blend-merely mentioning a blend in response to the one spoken of in the initial posting. I must admit though, that untill I tried Famous Grouse I thought the more renowned blends (Dewars, Chivas, etc.) were derived from turpentine products. The Grouse is blended from predominantly The Macallan and Highland Park rackings, and I haven't seen a 750 ml bottle go for more than $25 in my neck 'o the woods-good value indeed.

One more point. I spend a fair bit of time in the kitchen, and I subscribe to the French theory on cooking with spirits-don't cook with anything you wouldn't drink for pleasure (hence my search for a good blend) :-D .

Bryan...I like good beer and good scotch-who needs wine?...

[Mike1]

Graham, any rumors about me going to CaD shows and looking parched and penniless until Joe drags out the Ardbeg sampler bottles are just that. Rumors. ;)

I'm like you, I've always noticed the Angel's Share is a much larger share on the good whisky. Why is that...

[Colin]

Tut, tut now: I wasn't comparing Glenlivet to a blend-merely mentioning a blend in response to the one spoken of in the initial posting. I must admit though, that untill I tried Famous Grouse I thought the more renowned blends (Dewars, Chivas, etc.) were derived from turpentine products. The Grouse is blended from predominantly The Macallan and Highland Park rackings, and I haven't seen a 750 ml bottle go for more than $25 in my neck 'o the woods-good value indeed.

One more point. I spend a fair bit of time in the kitchen, and I subscribe to the French theory on cooking with spirits-don't cook with anything you wouldn't drink for pleasure (hence my search for a good blend) :-D .

Bryan...I like good beer and good scotch-who needs wine?...

Actually it was directed at Graham

Famous Grouse is nice, but I would prefer a bottle of Macallan or Highland Park single Malt personally. My wallet however is always siding with my wife on that disagreement.

[Cawdorian]

Red's in Alpharetta (North of Atlanta) has a good selection including Glenlivet, Glenmourangi (sp)The store located at the corner of Alpharetta Highway and DeVore Road in Alpharetta.

Jim

[MacConnachie]

For those who like your single malts a bit on the peaty side, my all-time favorite of that group (Islay style) is Laphroaig - 10 y.o. is good, 12 is even better, 15 y.o. is too pricey for me. I'm sure there are spirits bottled in Scotland that I have not yet sampled which would suit my palate more , but I'm always open to the adventure . . .

The Macallan 12 y.o. is an extraordinarily fine distillation, as well . . .

[Rob Wright]

The Grouse does set a standard for blends.

Blends are great for most gueasts and those who are not yet appreciative of the finer points of say Laphroig or Oban.

Glenlivet has a nice spice flavor to it that suits many paletes.

Rob

[clancelt]

If you haven't yet, you should try the Chivas main Scotch before it gets watered down with the cheap stuff. Strathisla 12y is one of the best you'll ever taste. It's available in the states now, albeit a bit hard to find.

mmmm, mmmm, good ;)

[Andrew Breecher]

My favourite "budget" scotch is McClelland's 12yo Highland Sherry Finish single malt. It's $30U.S. a bottle, and tastes soooo good. I keep filling up my flask with it, and when I'm out I use up the flask giving all my friends tastes of it....

Andrew.