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Originally posted by deejaycapp:
Have you guys tried the Green Label yet? I had some during the holidays but I wasn't feeling it
Wasn't to impressed with the green either.
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Originally posted by Stazi:
Originally posted by deejaycapp:
so where did "scotch on the rocks" come from?
From hacks!
The ice actually changes the chemical makeup of the tanins, which give the Scotch's flavor. The dilution is not the problem. Actually it's common to dilute a scotch with a little purified water, to make it a little more palatable for those who don't like it's harsh bite.
The proper ratio is 1/3 water for most Scotches. (i.e., a jigger of scotch and a pony of water). Yes, the water activates certain tannins, which is what it's supposed to do. That's what professional tasters do.
A fine Scotch should not cause pain.
Ice is OK if you're knocking back Beam in a smoky bar to drown your sorrows. Otherwise...
Sadly, I ordered Scotch "neat" once and the bartender was clueless.
I also ask for my water on the side. Otherwise they water it down way too much.
That said, I tried Cardhu once, and it was like drinking puke. Sort of a stomach-acidy undertone, there. Disgusting.
Dalwhinnie is the best I've tried so far. Glenlivet is OK in a pinch, and widely available "over the counter."
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Originally posted by RogerB:
That said, I tried Cardhu once, and it was like drinking puke. Sort of a stomach-acidy undertone, there. Disgusting.
Wow. That is quite the reaction. 
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Originally posted by dnewma04:
It will become very apparent that I don't know scotch. I like Cardhu, but it isn't rated very highly. I also liked a Lagavulin (sp?) 15 or 16 year old that I tried. Actually, I have liked even the cheap Dewar's blend type whisky's. The most expensive was probably a Macallan 1968 something or another, but it wasn't as exceptional as the price would indicate.
I love Cardhu, that's what I always drink, 12 year single malt. It's a nice smokey one. I don't know why it wouldn't be rated very well. I also like Glen F. but I like the Cardhu better. Oldest I had was a 1960 Highland single, I can't remember which distilery; I was in a specialty drink sorta bar and that was the oldest they had.
Oh and I use J. Walker Red Lable for a Red Lable and coke, Jack is to expensive and Red Lable is really cheap and not as sweet as Jack IMO.
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McCallan. 20-40 year. 25-year is my favorite. I can barely tell the difference between the other vintages. I'm currently sitting on a bottle of 25-year and 30-year (birthday presents from the wife). Dalwhinnie. 15-year. Some think it's trash, but it's got a taste I enjoy. Doesn't break the bank, either. Aberlour. 16-year. Can't get a better cigar scotch in my opinion. I've tried others, but these are mainstays. I'm sensing that damn-well near half of this board needs AA. 
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RogerB is right on. While you would be looked at strangely if asking for ice while in a Scotish Pub, water is typically serve along side in a small decanter for cutting you own. I drink Dewars on the rocks as an everyday Scotch. For malts, and I have had very many, I like heavier Malts. Here is my rundown on a few:
Talisker 15 - a fine, fairly rare (~4900 bottles made. A very smooth medium bodied, peaty and smokey malt. It's got a sharp entry and a moderate tail. A gift from my boss when I came home from the hospital.
Laphraoig 30 - The very best malt I've ever had. Slightly heavier and smokier than the Talisker. A big opening and perfect finish (not too long, not too warm).
Lagavulin - My favorite non-outrageously expensive Malt. They don't get much bolder than this. Meaty, Beaty, Big and Bouncy! You dont need a Monte Christo with this very smokey malt. It's in there, big time. Longer length and its medium peat are hallmarks of a fine finish.
As you can see, my tastes tend to the 'dark side.' I have many malts to comment on. I think this will be cool, a sort of Journal. More later...
More later...
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I prefer 18yr Glenmorangie. I've tried the 12 year as well and you can tell a difference in the smoothness. Glenlivet is also excellent.
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I admit I don't care for scotch... Bourbon on the other hand... though well watered.
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CORRECTION: My Talisker comments above are for a 25.
Higland Park - Another medium bodied malt with heavier peat and a light smokieness. Very easy to drink a quantity and works well complimenting a fine cigar. I have equal numbers of this and Lagavulin.
Glenfarclas - Purfumed skunk piss.
Achentosen - Fruity and scratchy, light and well, light.
Loch Dhu - The Black Malt. Surprisingly smooth and balanced for a relatively inexpensive malt. The looks will deceive you as much as the price. Light on the body, longer on the flavor
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