21 years old

[Woot22]

You're trying swanky whisky at 21? Impressive.
I was drinking white zin and keg beer at 21 (klassy ), didn't even try whisky until I was "29" (33).
I started with Tullamore Dew and now call it Tullamore Don't.
It wasn't the whiskey's fault... I didn't heed wise advice like what has been given by other posters.

I do like whisky though, now.

Tullamore Don't, hilarious, I used to get hammered on that back in my Army days at a pub in Nuremburg Germany called Shamrocks. Have to agree with you, was great at first but I swore off whiskey for several years after one too many benders drinking that stuff. Now I drink much more responsibly and I only drink the good stuff.

[TheSp8]

Attending whisky tastings is a good way to figure out your preferences. If you can find a bar with a wide selection of Single Malts go there and try one a night and keep track of what you drink and your impressions. When I travel for business I try to find a pub or pub-like restaurant with a good selection and try a new one each night. I usually each supper at a table then move to the bar for the Scotch. I get the Scotch in a belled glass to help concentrate the aromas and a side glass of water. Talking to people around me and watching others I can make that drink last 45 minutes to a hour.

I like the Islay malts mostly and my wife prefers Speyside malts. That said, we have some from each area in our cabinet. Enjoy the exploration.

YMOS,
Tony

[James Hood]

While Talisker is a favourite, as a wee lad without either surplus cash or education, a taste was developed for Cutty Sark, a bottle of which is oft in this cabinet.

Never, ever, ever, ever drink alcohol and drive, even one, as previously stated so eloquently.

Ever.

Happy Birthday!