Post by: scrapsD40 on June 22, 2016, 10:45:46 PM
So far I've tried:
Bushmills
Chivas
Jamieson
Dimple (this one nicest so far)
So figure there might be a few other scotch drinkers out there. What's your favorite and what should I try next.?
Post by: Hewy54 on June 22, 2016, 10:51:15 PM
Post by: rodsswag on June 22, 2016, 10:52:34 PM
Better than blue label.
:cheers:
Rod.....
Post by: fergy on June 22, 2016, 10:56:31 PM
Just opened a balvenie tonight and I was impressed
The dimple 15 is also nice as is the talisker 25 yo
Danmurphys and check the reviews
Post by: edz on June 23, 2016, 12:14:27 AM
Post by: IanS on June 23, 2016, 12:22:26 AM
If you like a mild taste which I do try Strathisla or any Irish Whiskey but if you want the full blown peaty smoky taste try Laphroaig.
I like my nip straight to get all the flavour, my general rule of thumb is, Single Malt at least 10 years, and older if you can afford it.
Cheers Ian
Post by: gordo350 on June 23, 2016, 01:42:40 AM
Post by: Jeepers Creepers on June 23, 2016, 03:38:38 AM
Post by: Aurian on June 23, 2016, 05:45:24 AM
Post by: KingBilly on June 23, 2016, 05:50:19 AM
Might be an age thing, but I seem to have acquired a taste for scotch on ice. Have never been a big scotch drinker. At best JW with Coke on ice. Definitely nice to drink around a campfire.
So far I've tried:
Bushmills
Chivas
Jamieson
Dimple (this one nicest so far)
So figure there might be a few other scotch drinkers out there. What's your favorite and what should I try next.?
Great to hear your taste buds are finally maturing. But they still have a little way to go yet. Firstly, try not to use ice, the chill of the ice kills a lot of the flavour. Instead try a splash of room temp water or if you really want some bubbles, some room temp soda water.
And then start trying some of the single malts for a different taste experieince. Nothing wrong with some of the blends, the majority are blends of some kind anyway. Then there are the whiskies of the different countries and the whiskies of the different regions of a particular country. All have their own distinct flavours. On of my favourites is Bowmore from Scotland. It has a stong peat flavour and may not be to your liking at this early stage of your whiskey discovery.
Good info here to assist yiur journey https://www.smws.com.au/?gclid=CMys_NuzvM0CFYJjvAod1wkGTQ (https://www.smws.com.au/?gclid=CMys_NuzvM0CFYJjvAod1wkGTQ)
Have fun and enjoy
KB
Post by: Spada on June 23, 2016, 05:59:35 AM
Post by: achjimmy on June 23, 2016, 06:17:40 AM
Post by: Swannie on June 23, 2016, 07:21:49 AM
For a cheap one try singleton
Starsky
Post by: JohnT on June 23, 2016, 07:22:10 AM
I have also started to collect Australian Whiskys on my travels. So far I have a bottle of Lark, Nant and most recently a Limeburners Limited Edition.
Amongst other bottles (I have about 10 at the moment)I also have a Johnny Walker Spice Road (not a bad drop).
If you are looking for a cheap Whisky that is pretty good over ice (and kicks JW butt IMHO) try J&B Rare (https://www.danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_11377/j-b-rare-scotch-whisky-700ml.jsp;jsessionid=7BAF63B025F22778C91EB3054DF07BF0.ncdlmorasp1304?bmUID=ljNtCVI (https://www.danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_11377/j-b-rare-scotch-whisky-700ml.jsp;jsessionid=7BAF63B025F22778C91EB3054DF07BF0.ncdlmorasp1304?bmUID=ljNtCVI))
I have also become partial to Whisky Liqueurs. Dubliner is an awesome drink (again straight on ice) and is cheap we well. https://www.danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_360868/dubliner-irish-whiskey-liqueur-700ml (https://www.danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_360868/dubliner-irish-whiskey-liqueur-700ml)
Post by: GBC on June 23, 2016, 07:42:31 AM
I have been a Whisky drinker for some time now (im 38) but over the past 5-7yrs I have taken to drinking it straight on ice.
I have also started to collect Australian Whiskys on my travels. So far I have a bottle of Lark, Nant and most recently a Limeburners Limited Edition.
Amongst other bottles (I have about 10 at the moment)I also have a Johnny Walker Spice Road (not a bad drop).
If you are looking for a cheap Whisky that is pretty good over ice (and kicks JW butt IMHO) try J&B Rare (https://www.danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_11377/j-b-rare-scotch-whisky-700ml.jsp;jsessionid=7BAF63B025F22778C91EB3054DF07BF0.ncdlmorasp1304?bmUID=ljNtCVI (https://www.danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_11377/j-b-rare-scotch-whisky-700ml.jsp;jsessionid=7BAF63B025F22778C91EB3054DF07BF0.ncdlmorasp1304?bmUID=ljNtCVI))
I have also become partial to Whisky Liqueurs. Dubliner is an awesome drink (again straight on ice) and is cheap we well. https://www.danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_360868/dubliner-irish-whiskey-liqueur-700ml (https://www.danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_360868/dubliner-irish-whiskey-liqueur-700ml)
The nant distillery has had issues with one of its owners being a scam artist. Basically wanting you to buy a barrel cheap now and pre fund it for the next 10 years while it matures and brings a fabulous return (on your $21k investment...)
I believe he has now been turfed and has set up a similar scheme selling immature cows ( with big returns when they grow).
My parents nearly got caught 10 odd years ago.
Nice Whisky but.
There will usually be a whisky club in your area if you live in a city. Members pay subs and the money buys expensive bottles of grog that the members sit around and share. The QLD Whisky expo was on last weekend at the transcontinental as well.
Post by: cruiser 91 on June 23, 2016, 07:49:28 AM
Glenmorangie 18y SM Signet is not bad but prefer below.
Glenfiddich 18y SM
Highpark 18y SM
Yamazaki from Japan...........surprisingly smooth & clean.
Talisker from Tassy is also not bad.
JW is rubbish!!!!!!!!!!!!!all of it............unless you have a palate for it......horrid stuff.
Beware.........not 18y SM are good
And 25y and 36y SM @ $600 are good but only marginally better than 18y. Good 18y SM you can get for around $180
Post by: EagleBoy on June 23, 2016, 08:41:54 AM
Post by: UIZ733 on June 23, 2016, 09:03:44 AM
Might be an age thing, but I seem to have acquired a taste for scotch on ice. Have never been a big scotch drinker. At best JW with Coke on ice. Definitely nice to drink around a campfire.Wash your mouth out!!!
So far I've tried:
Bushmills
Chivas
Jamieson
Dimple (this one nicest so far)
So figure there might be a few other scotch drinkers out there. What's your favorite and what should I try next.?
Bushmills and Jamieson are Irish. ;D
Black Bush (Aged Bushmills...and not what you are thinking) and 12 Year Old Jamieson are VERY NICE.
Redbrest 12 Year Old Irish is also very nice.
Lark (Tasmanian Scotch style) is good but expensive. Scotch is always more peaty than Irish. If you have to add soft drink $hit to whiskey to make it palatable, it is not worth drinking. I despair when I see people add Coke to a good whiskey.
Post by: Cammo on June 23, 2016, 09:35:31 AM
(https://s26.postimg.org/6geomm0tx/shrine.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/6geomm0tx/)
This is her Shrine before she got serious. A few years ago we did the whisky trail in the highlands of Scotland and 2 yrs ago all the Tassy distilleries but she is a top shelf connoisseur and a member of Whiskies of the World.
Regards
Post by: ewoksta on June 23, 2016, 10:52:37 AM
Oban,
Writers Tears (Irish)
Dalwhinnie SM 15yr
are all nice drops to drink. Avoid JW unless mixing it. Once you taste Single Malts you wont want JW of any colour! IMHO.
Post by: Bird on June 23, 2016, 11:09:55 AM
Post by: achjimmy on June 23, 2016, 11:36:02 AM
Wash your mouth out!!!
Bushmills and Jamieson are Irish. ;D
Black Bush (Aged Bushmills...and not what you are thinking) and 12 Year Old Jamieson are VERY NICE.
Redbrest 12 Year Old Irish is also very nice.
Lark (Tasmanian Scotch style) is good but expensive. Scotch is always more peaty than Irish. If you have to add soft drink $hit to whiskey to make it palatable, it is not worth drinking. I despair when I see people add Coke to a good whiskey.
I have only been drinking 12 yr old Jamison's I pay about $18 a bottle in Japan! But lately gone off it for some reason, and I still have 4 bottles left! Also have a bottle of black bush that's $12 a bottle Japan!
Post by: cupcake on June 23, 2016, 11:40:42 AM
I like the smokiness of JW Black, Double Black I find too smokey but if given to me I will drink it, haha.
Dimples 15 yo is nice.
I prefer blends over single.
However I cant stand Chivas.
Post by: achjimmy on June 23, 2016, 11:45:04 AM
Post by: scrapsD40 on June 23, 2016, 11:51:24 AM
Jillsy, we might need a new line of merchandise........
Post by: scrapsD40 on June 23, 2016, 11:57:10 AM
scotch to me tastes and always has tasted like paint stripper.. :(I agree Bruce, but now I've tried a few better quality ones, my pallette appears to have changed.
Post by: Footy Shorts Shane on June 23, 2016, 12:14:35 PM
Jillsy, we might need a new line of merchandise........
MySwag tumbler and nip dispenser set?
Post by: db on June 23, 2016, 01:48:24 PM
Post by: SambOz on June 23, 2016, 02:01:20 PM
Talisker 10 yr 46% as a b'day/Christmas/Fathers Day pressy, firm fav. :cup:
Bought an Strathisla 12yr yesterday, first time tasted, very nice easy drinking with a dash of (tank) water, hint of peat, recommend it ;D
Simple things..Single Malts are usually best & you get what you pay for.
Still searching for the <$50 whisky I like as much as Tal 10, it doesn't exist !
Your palate changes with the years
Never mix it with Coke, that sh*t makes you crook !
Ice dulls the flavour, if your not keen on it add plenty ice, not Coke
Keep an eye on the prices, you'll see some of your fav. at up to 20% saving on special
ENJOY ::)
Post by: Footy Shorts Shane on June 23, 2016, 02:30:56 PM
Post by: SambOz on June 23, 2016, 02:51:44 PM
scotch to me tastes and always has tasted like paint stripper.. :(
I agree Bruce, but now I've tried a few better quality ones, my pallette appears to have changed.
Post by: Swannie on June 23, 2016, 03:27:11 PM
Post by: SimpleSi on June 23, 2016, 06:11:01 PM
JW red if there's a mix involved
JW double black just ok on-the-rocks.
Post by: Swogjb on June 23, 2016, 06:17:20 PM
I love it with ice, a bit expensive to be gulping it with coke.
It's a Tasmanian whiskey that is definately worth a try.
I only buy it when it's on special.
Post by: tagman on June 23, 2016, 06:24:53 PM
Maybe more of a liqueur than a scotch?
But it has a hint of honeycomb flavour.
www.tags2u.com.au
Post by: Fizzie on June 24, 2016, 08:43:45 AM
I have only been drinking 12 yr old Jamison's I pay about $18 a bottle in Japan! But lately gone off it for some reason, and I still have 4 bottles left!
Jimmy, I'll be only too happy to take them off your hands if you don't want tthem any more! :D
Problem would be having it SwagMailed up here ??? I have this funny feeling that something may just happen to cause the bottles to spring a leak in transit ??? >:D
Post by: Robbo on June 24, 2016, 09:15:05 AM
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Post by: scrapsD40 on June 24, 2016, 01:43:40 PM
Jimmy, I'll be only too happy to take them off your hands if you don't want tthem any more! :DThey'd be safe if you sent them with speewa
Problem would be having it SwagMailed up here ??? I have this funny feeling that something may just happen to cause the bottles to spring a leak in transit ??? >:D
Post by: DCP on June 24, 2016, 10:26:20 PM
Always a bottle of Glenfiddic,only drunk straight up no ice
Lark classic cask single malt, only drunk straight up no ice.
Lark single malt Slainte liqueur is my favorite again straight up no ice, $50 plus 350 mls
Zubrowka (bison grass) vodka from Poland is great again straight up no ice. Is expensive.
Cointreau an old favorite of mine.
Wild Turkey is a mixer type of drink, as is Bells blended scotch.
Southern Comfort was the drink of my beloved and is only ever drunk as a Liqueur.
there is also an array of port for those quiet evenings around the camp fire.
Post by: Tim - Stratford on June 24, 2016, 10:29:21 PM
I am liking DUBLINER at the moment.
Maybe more of a liqueur than a scotch?
But it has a hint of honeycomb flavour.
X 10,000!
Also Glayva for a more spiced and less sweet flavour. Sullivan Cove from Tassie is very smooth....but the price rise since 2004!
Tim
Post by: slydar on June 25, 2016, 04:41:30 PM
my mrs loves her scotch as well, and has taken a liking for irish whiskey (note the spelling - scotch/Scottish whiskey does NOT have an 'e' in it!!!)
laphroaig came and went, as did JW Blue - in fact none of the JWs seem to do it for her now except the black label but only when it comes down to $40 a bottle (whereupon she gets a six-pack for Christmas). J&B is the one of choice more than anything else, but I will never forget the bar we found in flinders street whose house scotch was chivas!
Post by: Foo on June 25, 2016, 08:59:36 PM
Foo
Post by: scrapsD40 on June 26, 2016, 06:20:59 AM
Post by: bak79 on June 26, 2016, 07:49:41 AM
I usually drink japanese whisky. inlaws are japanese and always look after me when i visit. favourite to date has been taketsuru 21. my go to whisky is Balvenie Double Wood 12yr old. no water or ice for me unless it's cask strength then usually just a bit of water.
Brett
Hellyers Road Single Malt is the best I have had to date.
I love it with ice, a bit expensive to be gulping it with coke.
It's a Tasmanian whiskey that is definately worth a try.
I only buy it when it's on special.
Post by: KingBilly on June 26, 2016, 07:56:39 AM
I make a Single Malt, that runs rings around Glenfidick and Dimple and it only costs $8 a bottle. ;D :cheers:
Foo
So how many years is it matured in an oak barrel?
KB
Post by: Foo on June 26, 2016, 11:03:02 AM
Foo
Post by: MarkVS on June 26, 2016, 11:29:38 AM
I do have to say, there is a point where when you go above, telling the difference starts to get very difficult.
A neighbour of mine and I used to have the full collection of every Johnnie Walker made, lined them up in quality order, and over the space on quite a few hours, had a nip of each, starting at the cheapest and working our way up. You certainly can taste the fine differences doing it that way.
But I find it hard to be able to tell specific differences when it's a 1 off.
But I do like a nice scotch, in the evening, dash of soda, with nice company around.
MarkVS
Post by: KingBilly on June 26, 2016, 01:20:56 PM
I make a Single Malt, that runs rings around Glenfidick and Dimple and it only costs $8 a bottle. ;D :cheers:
Foo
So how many years is it matured in an oak barrel?
It's not, just 24hrs in the freezer but had two bottles that I let sit for two years and have another one that has been there for three years. :cheers:
Foo
Sorry mate, it is not whisky then. It is just flavoured ethanol :D
KB
Post by: The Caseys on June 26, 2016, 03:57:45 PM
Tina
Post by: scrapsD40 on June 26, 2016, 04:51:41 PM
Post by: Bullant4x4 on June 26, 2016, 05:45:23 PM
Post by: achjimmy on June 26, 2016, 08:31:58 PM
Jimmy, I'll be only too happy to take them off your hands if you don't want tthem any more! :D
Problem would be having it SwagMailed up here ??? I have this funny feeling that something may just happen to cause the bottles to spring a leak in transit ??? >:D
Lol I thought I have an offer or two. I'll manage to get back into it ;D
Post by: DannyG on June 26, 2016, 08:35:38 PM
So how many years is it matured in an oak barrel?
Sorry mate, it is not whisky then. It is just flavoured ethanol :D
KB
I make my own whiskey in various different ways but the stuff thats sitting in the old oak barrel (with a little help from some fresh charred oak chips) is magnificent ;D
Post by: GUEY on June 27, 2016, 12:03:36 PM
I acquired a little taste for the real whiskey :-)
Agree, the only whiskey to drink has an "E" in it ;D
Post by: Fizzie on June 27, 2016, 12:19:59 PM
Lol I thought I have an offer or two. I'll manage to get back into it ;D
It was worth a try! ;D
:cheers: & enjoy!
Post by: Lou on June 27, 2016, 12:48:58 PM
If you like it straight, with ice, water, whatever- the important thing is to enjoy.
Personally, I prefer my whisky as a toddy. Not terribly hot water, but a comfortable temp.. it opens up the whisky and, if like me you like sitting outside in the winter - a very warming drink. Try it, you may well be surprised!! :cheers:
Post by: fergy on June 28, 2016, 12:45:33 AM
Please throw some more names of some nice drops out there in the sub 100 region for me to try
Fergy
Post by: Doweymex on June 29, 2016, 11:59:43 PM
I am liking DUBLINER at the moment.
Maybe more of a liqueur than a scotch?
But it has a hint of honeycomb flavour.
www.tags2u.com.au (http://www.tags2u.com.au)
Try Dubliner with a splash of baileys. Was sceptical at first but man-o-man. Makes a nice cup of 'coffee'
Mate also asked what to get me for my birthday, I said been having a scotch lately, he fronts with a 18yr old SM Glenlivet. Nice friend
I like Chivas and Glenfiddich mainly. Normally straight.
This is a great thread!
Post by: scrapsD40 on June 30, 2016, 09:25:05 PM
Jamieson 12yo - tick
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Post by: scrapsD40 on June 30, 2016, 09:51:20 PM
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Post by: KingBilly on July 01, 2016, 07:54:04 AM
KB
Post by: Foo on July 01, 2016, 12:48:21 PM
How can you tell the difference with that iceberg in there? Compare again with just a splash of room temp water. Trust me, I'm a professional :D
KB
A professional what? :angel:
Foo
Post by: scrapsD40 on July 01, 2016, 01:28:43 PM
How can you tell the difference with that iceberg in there?accept that it may affect the taste, for now I enjoy the initial chilled hit, then the prolonged melted ice savoring. This may change over time as my taste change
KB
Post by: powerd on July 01, 2016, 01:50:52 PM
The Glenfarclas 12 YO comes with two miniatures in the drawer underneath of 21 and 25YO - all were great, but the 25YO was a standout. Caol Ila is wonderful, smooth and rich and extremely well balanced. Haven't opened the Longrow yet but it is rated highly though.
Under $100, my favourites are Laphroig 10YO (or the Quarter Cask which you might just find at that on special), , Abelour Double Cask 12YO, Smokehead (not everyone's taste, I admit, VERY peaty), Jura Superstition, Lagavulin 16YO, Ardberg 10YO and Oban 14YO. Abelour A'bunadh is a touch over $100, but wonderful and worth the stretch. Amrut Fusion from India is well worth a try too, I really like it. I have very little experience of Aussie and Japanese whiskys but have some a few good ones, price is higher for quality though. Not keen in most Irish, but a couple of premium Jamiesons I had were very good, don't like everyday stuff though. Less said about Bourbon the better..
Oh to have all of those in the cupboard now!!! Mind you, my liver would suffer!
Post by: fergy on July 01, 2016, 03:19:18 PM
here is the haul
ordered these last Friday but powerd you seem to be on the money
fergy
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Post by: KingBilly on July 01, 2016, 03:37:19 PM
A professional what? :angel:
Foo
For an initial consultation fee of $160, I will tell you. Have PM'd you my bank account details ;D
KB
Post by: KingBilly on July 01, 2016, 03:40:57 PM
well I had a look through this thread and done an online order at DMs
here is the haul
ordered these last Friday but powerd you seem to be on the money
fergy
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Where do you live? PM is OK as we don't want any riff raff showing up like Scraps/Scarps ;D
KB
Post by: scrapsD40 on July 01, 2016, 04:08:33 PM
Where do you live? PM is OK as we don't want any riff raff showing up like Scraps/Scarps ;DBwahahahahaha
KB
you can only call yourself a professional because you have ass riff raff to compare to. Without us you'd be lostOne day I can only asspire to be as experienced and knowlegable as you
Sitting in the Q club, I asked for a double Chivas. Was told, sorry sir we can't dispense doubles. I say, no problem, can I have 2 singles please. No problem sir, we can do that
Post by: tracker on July 01, 2016, 04:18:23 PM
Bwahahahahaha
One day I can only asspire to be as experienced and knowlegable as you
Sitting in the Q club, I asked for a double Chivas. Was told, sorry sir we can't dispense doubles. I say, no problem, can I have 2 singles please. No problem sir, we can do that
Do we need some duct tape here ....lol
Post by: scrapsD40 on July 01, 2016, 04:24:03 PM
Do we need some duct tape here ....lol
Nah, it's all fun banter over a glass of quality Johnny Walker Red
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Post by: powerd on July 01, 2016, 04:32:13 PM
well I had a look through this thread and done an online order at DMs
here is the haul
Maaaaate! Fine collection you got there fergy. Care to share your address? I won't tell anyone......
I applaud your choices, some extremely enjoyable drinking there.
Hope you have a wonderful time sampling.
Post by: Swannie on July 01, 2016, 04:59:50 PM
Post by: SambOz on July 01, 2016, 08:49:37 PM
Post by: powerd on July 02, 2016, 09:09:05 AM
Is singleton single malt any good?Yes. Won't go wrong there.
Of course, single malts vary in flavours, like boutique wine. For example I reckon Pinot Noir is a waste of a good vineyard, but many people love it. Some people love the stronger smoky, peaty flavours of Laphroig Single Malts but others dislike them. I even enjoy Smokehead but that can be too extreme even for Laphroig lovers.
I haven't yet tried a single malt I thought was bad, just some I like more than others. The Singleton is actually 3 sub-brands, different styles from different locations.
I am sure you will enjoy it.
Post by: scrapsD40 on July 05, 2016, 01:04:29 PM
Try Dubliner with a splash of baileys. Was sceptical at first but man-o-man. Makes a nice cup of 'coffee'ouch, tried this up on the Murray last weekend, very easy and smooth to drink. Only problem I found next morning was a whole lot must have evaporated out of the bottle overnight...........and based on camper feedback, it may make people snore loudly
This is a great thread!
Post by: tagman on July 15, 2016, 06:12:47 PM
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www.tags2u.com.au
Post by: scrapsD40 on July 27, 2016, 05:55:17 PM
Post by: SambOz on July 27, 2016, 08:19:37 PM
(Unc' D had Dimple on special few months back, round $38, it was quite OK ;D )
Post by: britts on July 28, 2016, 03:21:25 PM
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Post by: GBC on July 28, 2016, 06:21:13 PM
Post by: SambOz on July 28, 2016, 07:34:57 PM
interested. Thanks ;D
Post by: Frostd on July 29, 2016, 06:30:30 PM
Last year we went on a cruise through South Pacific and stopped off at Villa, where I bought these five bottles of whisky for half the price.
They are all stunning and I do have some left.
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Each year a group of us go a Whisky tasting in Sydney. Top shelf whisky (from all over the world) tasting for three hours for about $80.
Post by: Dogsbreakfast on July 30, 2016, 12:17:53 PM
Post by: Discoduck on July 30, 2016, 06:40:16 PM
Taken neat of course.
Post by: britts on August 01, 2016, 10:42:15 AM
Gave this one a nudge on the weekend haven't opened the other one yet
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Post by: bigaloz on August 01, 2016, 12:06:11 PM
My fav off the shelf: Ardbeg 10 year old. It is one of the most peaty of stock whiskys. Very smooth. If you are not used to peat, try it with a splash of water (try to use distilled or mineral, chlorine does not do your whisky any favours).
My special treats come from a membership my wife gave me for a birthday years ago. The really serious dudes at the Scotch Malt Whisky Society (www.smws.com.au (http://www.smws.com.au)) are the go. An international club in many countries (based in Scotland), they buy individual casks of whisky from distilleries. Every cask is unique. They do not pollute it by watering it down, colouring it (most commercial drams are coloured with caramel) or cold filtering. Unbelievable. their tasting nights are fun and a revelation.
Sláinte!
Post by: Swannie on August 01, 2016, 05:15:42 PM
Swannie
Post by: scrapsD40 on August 01, 2016, 05:35:32 PM
I must be the softest bloke on the planet, I cannot in the life of me drink whisky straight or on the rocks.Everyone has different tastes. Some of you also drive Toyotas
Swannie
Post by: Bullant4x4 on August 01, 2016, 05:49:53 PM
I must be the softest bloke on the planet, I cannot in the life of me drink whisky straight or on the rocks.
Swannie
Then you are doing it all wrong. Try adding the tequila and you will find it easy :D :cheers:
Post by: GBC on August 01, 2016, 06:20:36 PM
I must be the softest bloke on the planet, I cannot in the life of me drink whisky straight or on the rocks.
Swannie
Your palate also changes as you age. I didn't enjoy scotch or brandy when I was younger, but I like it too much now haha.
Post by: scrapsD40 on August 01, 2016, 06:23:09 PM
Your palate also changes as you age. I didn't enjoy scotch or brandy when I was younger, but I like it too much now haha.Agree. I used to enjoy a beer or 3 after work. Now I enjoy sipping a noice double serve scotch instead. Don't feel as bloated.
Post by: Swannie on August 01, 2016, 06:30:42 PM
Swannie
Post by: GeoffA on August 01, 2016, 06:33:16 PM
Everyone has different tastes. Some of you also drive Toyotas
Nah Scraps....that would indicate no taste..... ;D
Post by: Dogsbreakfast on August 01, 2016, 07:31:58 PM
Laphroaig Select Cask for me. Lovely and smooth, beautiful balance on the palate.
Taken neat of course.
Nice.
I like a drop or two of water. As mentioned, opens it up a bit.
Post by: fergy on August 02, 2016, 12:00:18 AM
A'bundah amberlour is very nice
Post by: GBC on August 18, 2016, 05:59:46 PM
Post by: xcvator on August 18, 2016, 11:39:01 PM
Ah, c'mon KB , ALL spirits are really just flavoured ethanol, just the method of flavouring differs , and whisky is whisky, whether 2 hours or 25 years old, and ageing smooths it a bit >:D ;D
Sorry mate, it is not whisky then. It is just flavoured ethanol :D
KB
Post by: Banjo16 on August 29, 2016, 05:20:54 PM
Post by: JohnT on August 29, 2016, 05:49:26 PM
Simply awesome find.
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www.tags2u.com.au (http://www.tags2u.com.au)
Awesome isnt it :)
Post by: slydar on August 29, 2016, 09:33:31 PM
Can drink plenty of gin :)
Swannie
drank too much of it in new Zealand one night - was our last night there and we weren't sure if theyd let us on the plane with an opened bottle so mrs told me to finish it - well, didn't I get drunk, get sick and have a hangover all in the one night - I was all but comatose! serves me right - and shakey the next day as well - but I still love my gin - in moderation
Post by: bmwfreak on August 30, 2016, 05:44:00 PM
I enjoy many different scotches, all straight, and the following are favourites
SINGLES
Talisker 10yr
Talisker Storm
Laphroaig (any)
Lagavulin
Glenmorangie (a bit soft/smooth, and tends to disappear too quickly)
Glenlivet
BLENDED
Dewars (my day to day quaffer)
There are lots more singles that I haven't sampled, but being retired now, will need to wait for VERY special occasions, as the wife doesn't drink scotch.
The attached was for my birthday this month. Very nice!
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Post by: Swannie on August 30, 2016, 08:51:28 PM
drank too much of it in new Zealand one night - was our last night there and we weren't sure if theyd let us on the plane with an opened bottle so mrs told me to finish it - well, didn't I get drunk, get sick and have a hangover all in the one night - I was all but comatose! serves me right - and shakey the next day as well - but I still love my gin - in moderation
:cup:
Post by: SambOz on August 30, 2016, 09:03:04 PM
ie Storm round $67 and 10yr round $72 recently.
Haven't tried the Glen Morangie & Glen Livet.
Post by: SambOz on September 05, 2016, 06:48:53 PM
"Like a shepherd’s old woollen sock after a two-day tramp through a peat bog. A really weird mix of (sweaty) cheese and nuts, with some smoke also trying to inveigle itself. With water it becomes Ledaig-like with the flock, wool dripping with lanolin, munching on mangelwurzels"
:D ;D
Post by: SambOz on October 04, 2016, 07:23:51 AM
TALISKER 10YR OLD......$69 at Uncle Dans at the mo' for members.
Saw these just recently in a supermarket locally for $99, I kid you not !
Good value at this $$, just got to think of a special occasion (reason) for buying this one.........or two :angel:
Post by: scrapsD40 on October 04, 2016, 07:44:28 AM
STOP PRESS ;D
TALISKER 10YR OLD......$69 at Uncle Dans at the mo' for members.
Saw these just recently in a supermarket locally for $99, I kid you not !
Good value at this $$, just got to think of a special occasion (reason) for buying this one.........or two :angel:
thnx
Post by: Fizzie on October 05, 2016, 07:14:25 AM
just got to think of a special occasion (reason) for buying this one.........or two :angel:
Christmas is only 2 months away & the Missus would love one, & the kids need to give you something (from each of them, not all of them ;D) ...
:cheers:
Post by: SambOz on October 05, 2016, 10:03:11 AM
Christmas is only 2 months away & the Missus would love one, & the kids need to give you something (from each of them, not all of them ;D) ...
:cheers:
Ideas man fizzie, I like your work ;D
G/sons 11th b'day, that'll do, totally irrelevant to him but OK.................. ::) ;D
(Got one @ $69, should have got three, lovely drink !! )
Post by: Fizzie on October 05, 2016, 03:15:24 PM
Now, with regard to little Jimmy, you have to get 2 bottles - one for taste testing to make sure it's acceptable quality :angel:, & the other gets marked as Jimmy's 11th Birthday, then get's stashed in the back of the wardrobe till his 21st, when Granddad presents it & helps taste that one as well (just to make sure it hasn't gone off over the 10 years) ;D
:cheers:
Post by: SambOz on October 05, 2016, 03:32:31 PM
Quite concerned about evaporation in that time, think it's only fair to show
him a picture of an empty as a warning of something to avoid............unlike his
Grandad who is indeed as bad a Mum and Nanny tell him ;D
Post by: scrapsD40 on November 11, 2016, 08:25:43 PM
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Post by: xcvator on November 11, 2016, 08:45:04 PM
Tonight's nice little drop. This one may go fast(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161111/25b05b5aba6defec5672ba1e2fb963d8.jpg)
Was that my bottle >:D you said it was scotch ya fibbing bastard
Post by: scrapsD40 on November 11, 2016, 08:46:20 PM
Was that my bottle >:D you said it was scotch ya fibbing bastardIt's very noice
Post by: xcvator on November 11, 2016, 09:35:19 PM
It's very noiceSo is mine
Post by: tedota on November 12, 2016, 12:34:09 AM
Post by: gordo350 on November 12, 2016, 05:32:23 AM
Saw it on 60 minutes last week and it peaked my interest
Post by: SambOz on November 12, 2016, 12:46:24 PM
We'll be over there next year, that might be the time
to check out a couple of distilleries.
A guide for the discerning Tassie boozer - http://www.whiskyandwisdom.com/?p=1517 (http://www.whiskyandwisdom.com/?p=1517)
e.g. - "Sullivans Cove should need no introduction, having had one of its barrels awarded best whisky in the world back in 2014."
Best in the World, the Scootsmen must be flinging the caber over the house roof with that award leaving their shores. ;D
Post by: bbbflash on November 12, 2016, 03:11:01 PM
I just finished a Wild Turkey Kentucky Straight Bourbon. Never again. I could never shake the terps flavour that I found very prevalent. My favourite and one I am purposely not buying is Buffalo Trace. I personally find it fantastic all round. I have my eye on Bulleit as I have been having this bourbon in my old fashions and I am really interested in how I find it neat/wet/with ice. Look forward to reading your discoveries and suggestions.
Post by: SambOz on November 12, 2016, 06:13:33 PM
Reminds me, must go get one :angel:
Post by: BrindleHounds on November 12, 2016, 08:46:54 PM
Very peaty on the nose but not much after that on that palate.
It can also fuel your chainsaw if you run out of 2 stroke 😅
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Post by: fergy on November 12, 2016, 09:15:36 PM
Tasisker returned to the cupboard last week just not my taste
Sure I will finish it one day but not when there are others to try that promise more
Post by: timmyh80 on November 22, 2016, 07:55:14 AM
Hellyers Road Single Malt is the best I have had to date.
I love it with ice, a bit expensive to be gulping it with coke.
It's a Tasmanian whiskey that is definately worth a try.
I only buy it when it's on special.
If your down Tassie way, and visit the distillery, the tour is great and you can pour your own bottle of cask strength!
Just finished mine over the weekend up at Dargo.
Also enjoyed a few nips of this:
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Post by: timmyh80 on November 22, 2016, 08:01:47 AM
"Unlike wine, whisky does not mature in the bottle. So even if you keep a 12 year old bottle for 100 years, it will always remain a 12 year old whisky. As long as the bottle is kept out of direct sunlight, the Scotch Whisky will neither improve nor deteriorate, even if it is opened." http://www.scotch-whisky.org.uk/understanding-scotch/faqs/
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Post by: Fizzie on November 22, 2016, 02:20:13 PM
"Unlike wine, whisky does not mature in the bottle. So even if you keep a 12 year old bottle for 100 years, it will always remain a 12 year old whisky.
Nooooo don't say that Timmy :'(
We've got an 8yo, 12yo Scotch in the cupboard to be opened next year for my eldest bloke's 21st, & another with 6 years to go for the young bloke's :-[
Post by: scrapsD40 on November 22, 2016, 03:40:00 PM
Tastes great on the way down however
Post by: timmyh80 on November 22, 2016, 04:44:41 PM
Nooooo don't say that Timmy :'(Sorry Fizzie, been a ex liquor store manager I feel I should share what knowledge I have.
We've got an 8yo, 12yo Scotch in the cupboard to be opened next year for my eldest bloke's 21st, & another with 6 years to go for the young bloke's :-[
They will still taste great though, and, well done! Remarkable effort to leave them sitting there and not touching them. I am impressed
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Post by: Steffo1 on November 22, 2016, 05:32:22 PM
Steve
Post by: Fizzie on November 23, 2016, 12:56:21 PM
Sorry Fizzie, been a ex liquor store manager I feel I should share what knowledge I have.
So is it only whisky that doesn't keep aging, or are all spirits the same?
I've read somewhere that brandy continues to improve with time
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They will still taste great though, and, well done!
I'll make sure that I report back :D
:cheers:
Post by: Dogsbreakfast on November 24, 2016, 06:42:29 AM
Anyone tried "Lark" scotch from Tassie?
Yeah mate - the whisky's from tas are great, especially the lark distillery ones are fantastic 👌
Post by: timmyh80 on November 24, 2016, 07:32:54 AM
So is it only whisky that doesn't keep aging, or are all spirits the same?All Spirits, once bottled, are as old as they will get. It is the time they spend maturing in the cask that the age refers to.
:cheers:
There are many different ways that the final taste can be affected during the maturing stage though, from type of cask used (new or old barrels, French or American oak).
If they are old barrels, the previous contents will affect taste (bourbon, sherry, port, red/white wine etc).
The size of the barrel plays a big part as well, as the great the contact with the wood (eg 1/2 cask or 1/4 cask).
Some fortified wines will get better with more time spent in a barrel (eg port) but make sure it is a wooden not metal one (these are just decorative). Some people will also put other spirits into them, but results are hard to be consistent with. (Personally, I am happy to play with 10 litres of port, but the cost of 10 litres of S.M. To try improve the taste is out of my budget).
There is so much to discuss in regards to this one aspect of liquor I could go on for hours.
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Post by: timmyh80 on November 28, 2016, 10:10:24 PM
https://apple.news/AmAgFUbeQRQaBi5ctmRi_fQ
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Post by: SambOz on November 29, 2016, 07:09:42 PM
Unfortunately the author didn't mention Talisker and to compound his naivete
put some foreign cr*p in the glass, grounds for a firing squad at dawn :cheers:
;D
Post by: timmyh80 on November 29, 2016, 11:13:13 PM
Good read Tim, thanks ;DEach to their own SambOz. I personally tend to agree with you, why drink good whiskey and kill its unique tastes and characteristics with extra unnecessary stuff.
Unfortunately the author didn't mention Talisker and to compound his naivete
put some foreign cr*p in the glass, grounds for a firing squad at dawn :cheers:
;D
But I don't mind the idea of a whiskey cocktail, I would use a blend though. 3 monkeys wasn't half bad last time to tried one.
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Post by: fergy on November 29, 2016, 11:25:38 PM
http://thewhiskyclub.com.au/ (http://thewhiskyclub.com.au/)
Post by: tk421 on November 30, 2016, 07:16:12 AM
Going to give a little plug for Adnams Whisky here. My mother's side of the family operate a brewery on the east coast of the UK. They've recently diversified into spirits including a 3yr old Single malt. Made from 100% locally grown barley and matured in new French oak barrels, only 10 barrels were made in the first batch. There were some nervous people at the first tasting but it has got some awards along the way.
http://adnams.co.uk/spirits/our-spirits/adnams-single-malt-whisky-no-1/ (http://adnams.co.uk/spirits/our-spirits/adnams-single-malt-whisky-no-1/)
https://www.connosr.com/article/adnams-copper-house-169 (https://www.connosr.com/article/adnams-copper-house-169)
Post by: juniorgc on December 06, 2016, 08:16:58 PM
Anyone tried "Lark" scotch from Tassie?Yep I tried a few Australian ones at the Whisky bar in Melbourne. Can try a wide range of whisky from around the world. Lark was good, as well as one from Bendigo (can't remember the name just now). Also have a Starwards from Essendon Fields and it a nice drop too.
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Post by: SambOz on December 06, 2016, 09:08:07 PM
Good price ;D
Post by: britts on December 16, 2016, 02:54:42 PM
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Post by: Frostd on December 16, 2016, 06:44:55 PM
https://www.danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_708683/tobermory-15-year-old-scotch-whisky-700ml (https://www.danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_708683/tobermory-15-year-old-scotch-whisky-700ml)
Post by: britts on December 16, 2016, 07:01:03 PM
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Post by: Frostd on December 20, 2016, 03:52:53 PM
Ended up with this one,
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That looks neat.
Post by: SambOz on December 20, 2016, 08:32:13 PM
See Uncle Dans still has Ardbeg 10 sub $70 and Taliskers a little over $70(10yr old and Storm).
Post by: britts on December 21, 2016, 04:59:08 AM
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Post by: ScarpsD40 on March 16, 2017, 07:42:43 PM
Post by: JohnT on March 17, 2017, 06:20:31 AM
My most recent purchase is a bottle of Fleurieu Distillery from South Australia. The bottle I have is from their very first batch (limited edition) and set me back about $230.
I also have:
Nant: Tassie
Lark: Tassie
Limeburners: WA
Next on the hit list is a bottle from Tim Boon in Victoria. Should be with me in about a week when I pass through there.
My only regret so far is I opened by bottle of Nant and then found out they were going through the hoop. Luckily they have been saved so Ill need to get a new bottle for the collection :)
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Post by: ScarpsD40 on March 31, 2017, 08:04:17 PM
Footnote:
Now some they do and some they don't
And some you just can't tell
And some they will and some they won't
With some it's just as well
Post by: KingBilly on March 31, 2017, 08:08:04 PM
KB
Post by: ScarpsD40 on March 31, 2017, 08:12:06 PM
Sharing?If you happen to wander by my camp for a yarn with a glass in hand, I've been known to
KB
Footnote:
Now some they do and some they don't
And some you just can't tell
And some they will and some they won't
With some it's just as well
Post by: Frostd on March 31, 2017, 08:12:14 PM
Post by: ScarpsD40 on March 31, 2017, 08:13:17 PM
Footnote:
Now some they do and some they don't
And some you just can't tell
And some they will and some they won't
With some it's just as well
Post by: xcvator on March 31, 2017, 09:14:40 PM
I'd better order a 2nd then(https://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji848.png)Better order a couple more >:D >:D >:D >:D >:D >:D >:D
Footnote:
Now some they do and some they don't
And some you just can't tell
And some they will and some they won't
With some it's just as well
Post by: ScarpsD40 on March 31, 2017, 09:49:31 PM
Better order a couple more >:D >:D >:D >:D >:D >:D >:DOrdered and on it's way. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170331/392369a6a14eb296e372306dbba95a40.jpg)
Post by: Swannie on April 02, 2017, 08:57:09 AM
Swannie
Post by: ScarpsD40 on April 02, 2017, 07:01:50 PM
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Swannie
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Post by: Rusty on April 03, 2017, 09:03:26 PM
Very nice. I cant see that lasting until Good Friday.if it does I will give you one :cheers:
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Post by: Swannie on April 12, 2017, 08:42:11 PM
There's going to be a fine old mix of brands at Mansfield this weekend. Will get some pics up when we can
Just packed a bottle for ya collection
Post by: ScarpsD40 on April 12, 2017, 08:51:36 PM
Just packed a bottle for ya collectionChampion
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In this dirty old part of the city
Where the sun refused to shine
People tell me there ain't no use in tryin'
Post by: peter01 on April 12, 2017, 09:11:18 PM
Post by: ScarpsD40 on April 13, 2017, 02:11:35 AM
Just be warned, the bundy bar has a special location nd been open since 12.23pmseems appropriate
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Last night I had a crazy dream
A wish was granted just for me
It could be for anything
Post by: glenm64 on May 14, 2017, 05:37:36 PM
Mmmmm very smooth
Cheers Glen
Post by: glenm64 on May 15, 2017, 08:45:38 PM
A real treat.
Cheers Glen
Post by: Ragman on May 16, 2017, 12:14:41 AM
I've only got a Jameson triple distilled to keep me warm tonight.
Post by: glenm64 on May 16, 2017, 07:48:13 PM
do you need any help with those glenm64?Already got an assistant. Son #1 was over last night and he was very impressed with the Redbreast.
I've only got a Jameson triple distilled to keep me warm tonight.
Its a very nice drop.
Cheers Glen
Post by: Chappie on December 11, 2017, 06:55:00 PM
The important part is it can be up to $100. So fire away.
Thanks
Chappie
Post by: gordo350 on December 11, 2017, 07:12:15 PM
Post by: glenm64 on December 11, 2017, 07:24:27 PM
Redbreast 12 year old single pot (Irish) is a favourite of mine.
Post by: Fizzie on December 12, 2017, 08:25:11 AM
Anyone keen to offer up an opinion on what to request for Christmas? I am only starting out, have tasted Glenfiddich 12yo but no other single malts and have been steadily getting more confused as I troll through the Dan Murphy reviews.
The important part is it can be up to $100. So fire away.
Thanks
Chappie
Chappie, I think the only way of doing this properly is to approach it scientifically.
You buy one bottle of each of the likely candidates, then get a heap of Swaggers round to your place to sample them all & vote on which they think is the best. You can then tell the family "I'd like this one please" :D
When & where would you like us to come ??? :D
:cheers:
Post by: Chappie on December 12, 2017, 10:03:31 AM
How about we meet down the coast somewhere, maybe at the Casa del Fizzie? we could check the truth (scientifically of course) about the quality of stored whisky not changing?
Thanks for your help?? also Glen and Gordo, Talisker Storm and 10 were among those I had looked at but not the Irish or Japanese drops.
Cheers
Chappie
Post by: GBC on December 12, 2017, 10:12:52 AM
Anyone keen to offer up an opinion on what to request for Christmas? I am only starting out, have tasted Glenfiddich 12yo but no other single malts and have been steadily getting more confused as I troll through the Dan Murphy reviews.
The important part is it can be up to $100. So fire away.
Thanks
Chappie
Throw a dart mate, nobody can guess what your palate likes and MOST CERTAINLY paying $100 for any bottle doesn't guarantee you won't like a $50 bottle more. Same with wines. The problem with $100 bottles is if you find one that knocks your socks off, you have to keep buying them - or not.
Post by: Hewy54 on December 12, 2017, 10:31:19 AM
Tried an experiment a few weeks ago.
Had several to try- Red label, gold label, dimple, Singleton, 12 yo Chivas and Grants.
Did a blind tasting with 4 of us, and for each bottle opinions were evenly divided.
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Post by: Hewy54 on December 12, 2017, 12:01:44 PM
I have found the Chivas to my liking.
Post by: gordo350 on December 12, 2017, 02:18:53 PM
All depends on personal palate.I did a blind testing last Friday. Well, I didn't start out blind 😎
Tried an experiment a few weeks ago.
Had several to try- Red label, gold label, dimple, Singleton, 12 yo Chivas and Grants.
Did a blind tasting with 4 of us, and for each bottle opinions were evenly divided.
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Post by: glenm64 on December 12, 2017, 03:56:37 PM
Cheers Glen
Post by: Cruiser 105Tvan on December 12, 2017, 05:46:39 PM
Or is she teasing you, by not letting you have any before the big day?
Post by: glenm64 on December 12, 2017, 05:57:59 PM
Well done. She is spoiling you, do you think?I reckon Im worth it, though others may have a slighly different opinion.
Or is she teasing you, by not letting you have any before the big day?
Cheers Glen
Post by: Chappie on December 14, 2017, 11:32:52 AM
Top three picks in the Whisky Bible this year were;
2018 World Whisky Of The Year – Colonel EH Taylor Four Grain Bourbon
Second Finest Whisky In The World – Redbreast 21 Years Old
Third Finest Whisky In The World – Glen Grant 18 Years Old
The rest of his list is here
https://www.thewhiskycompany.com.au/australian-whisky-wins-award-jim-murrays-whisky-bible-2018/ (https://www.thewhiskycompany.com.au/australian-whisky-wins-award-jim-murrays-whisky-bible-2018/)
Post by: glenm64 on December 14, 2017, 05:44:45 PM
This Jim Murray bloke agrees with one of your favourites GlenHavent tried the 21yo, just the poor mans 12yo.
Top three picks in the Whisky Bible this year were;
2018 World Whisky Of The Year – Colonel EH Taylor Four Grain Bourbon
Second Finest Whisky In The World – Redbreast 21 Years Old
Third Finest Whisky In The World – Glen Grant 18 Years Old
The rest of his list is here
https://www.thewhiskycompany.com.au/australian-whisky-wins-award-jim-murrays-whisky-bible-2018/ (https://www.thewhiskycompany.com.au/australian-whisky-wins-award-jim-murrays-whisky-bible-2018/)
Cheers Glen
Post by: Frostd on December 22, 2017, 07:01:55 AM
Any of the Bowmore range - ($70 upwards) a little smoke and lovely balance.
If you want something heavier in smoke try 16 Lagavulin. You can pick it up on special for about $90. This is one of the best.
I just bought Starwards - $95. Its an Australian whisky which has won many awards and is stunning.
You are going to have fun trying to work out which one to buy. ;)
Post by: timmyh80 on December 27, 2017, 01:13:31 PM
Anyone keen to offer up an opinion on what to request for Christmas? I am only starting out, have tasted Glenfiddich 12yo but no other single malts and have been steadily getting more confused as I troll through the Dan Murphy reviews.I know it is past Christmas, but my 2 cents worth:
The important part is it can be up to $100. So fire away.
Thanks
Chappie
Jura superstition
Clynelish 14 y.o
Bowmore 12 y.o
Lagavulin 16 y.o
Glenkinchie 12 y.o
The Balvinnie 12 y.o double wood
Highland park 12 y.o
Bruichladdich rocks (or anything else from them)
Monkey shoulder.
Post by: Frostd on December 27, 2017, 08:13:56 PM
I know it is past Christmas, but my 2 cents worth:
Jura superstition
Clynelish 14 y.o
Bowmore 12 y.o
Lagavulin 16 y.o
Glenkinchie 12 y.o
The Balvinnie 12 y.o double wood
Highland park 12 y.o
Bruichladdich rocks (or anything else from them)
Monkey shoulder.
That is a very nice list timmyh80. That would make for a great night. lol
Post by: gordo350 on December 28, 2017, 06:33:38 AM
Nice list. Just be careful not to confuse highland Park with highland mist. Bought the mist once by mistake. Couldn't disguise the taste with coke 😲
Post by: MadMarv on December 28, 2017, 12:54:44 PM
Drunk many over the years however i did love Wild Turkey , Rare Breed was very yumm , but then i found Elijah Craig extremly tasty ...
Post by: Chappie on January 22, 2018, 09:13:01 AM
I ended up with a bottle of Glenlivet and Dalwhinnie.
I also have a list to look at when they are on special,
Lagavulin, Talisker, Bowmore, Redbreast to start off with.
Also bought a bottle of Jaimeson's to try as it is on special at the moment.
Cheers Iain
Post by: xcvator on January 22, 2018, 11:11:01 AM
Post by: gordo350 on January 22, 2018, 12:44:15 PM
Post by: xcvator on January 22, 2018, 07:56:41 PM
Yeah but. That's irish whisky. They give them to anyone 😎Tis true it's at an Irish distillery, but it was a blind sniff/taste test ;D with real whisky , not American hooch >:D
Post by: Ragman on January 22, 2018, 09:18:16 PM
I don't think most of you should be voicing any opinions :-* coz you're not qualified, but I am ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D since 1997 :cheers:
I'm quite a fan of Irish whisky.
Lately we've been sipping "Rusty Nail" during cocktail hour or 2.
in case you don't know, 2 parts Scotch whisky (or Irish) 1 part Drambuie. some put ice and a slice lime, but I don't need the extras.
A very nice tipple.
Post by: britts on February 21, 2018, 07:45:51 PM
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Post by: tennismark on February 22, 2018, 01:58:08 PM
then head to a bar in Collingwood called Bad Frankie. The main guy the Seb, only stocks boutique Aussie distillers for whisky, gin and other spirits. He knows everything there is to know and won't mind a chat either. Have the tasting plate and you will walk away with knowledge and even more appreciation for Aussie spirits.
Google Bad Frankie, the bar is all Aussie and very welcoming. Thats my level of whisky love.....gin on the other hand!!!!
Let me know if you go or have been....cheers.
Post by: glenm64 on February 27, 2018, 07:09:25 PM
If you can find a bottle grab one, its a great drop.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180227/24b54fc4cb35df320bb1369b0716b72b.jpg)
Cheers Glen
Post by: envee on March 01, 2018, 06:30:10 PM
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The Writers Tears is a very nice drop full of flavour. The Lagavulin is VERY peaty and smokey and the one I probably prefer where as my wife prefers the other.
For a quiet scotch at the end of a hard day we have been drinking JW red for quite a while now and enjoying it. Bought this duty free on a recent trip and it's very nice.
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Will become our quiet scotch at the end of a hard day I think !
Post by: Pete79 on March 02, 2018, 08:50:38 PM
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Post by: glenm64 on May 31, 2018, 07:21:56 PM
Cheers Glen
Post by: Spada on June 07, 2018, 07:47:25 AM
The tasting note suggest butterscotch and vanilla, but I thought it had a real nice smokey afterglow ;D
https://www.thewhiskycompany.com.au/product/the-macallan-select-oak-highland-single-malt-scotch-whisky/ (https://www.thewhiskycompany.com.au/product/the-macallan-select-oak-highland-single-malt-scotch-whisky/)
Post by: Chappie on August 20, 2018, 10:44:53 AM
Post by: plusnq on August 20, 2018, 01:56:18 PM
Little sister was wasting time in the duty free on her way home and decided to buy me a present because I am such a good brother. So pleased, she chose very well.
It’s a nice drop that one. My father sent me one for my birthday. Sadly already emptied .
Post by: Fizzie on August 20, 2018, 03:47:29 PM
May be of interest to some of our
Post by: glenm64 on August 20, 2018, 05:36:00 PM
Cheers Glen
Post by: KingBilly on October 06, 2018, 08:18:07 AM
KB
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Post by: Fizzie on March 04, 2019, 08:26:39 AM
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/scotch-whisky-adventuring-with-secret-spirits?utm_content=campaigns_one_column12_hero_image&utm_source=sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=bck-03032019sunday#/ (https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/scotch-whisky-adventuring-with-secret-spirits?utm_content=campaigns_one_column12_hero_image&utm_source=sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=bck-03032019sunday#/)
:cheers:
Post by: Spada on March 04, 2019, 11:50:20 AM
If you need to find a birthday / Chrissie present for the family to give you, here you go ;D
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/scotch-whisky-adventuring-with-secret-spirits?utm_content=campaigns_one_column12_hero_image&utm_source=sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=bck-03032019sunday#/ (https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/scotch-whisky-adventuring-with-secret-spirits?utm_content=campaigns_one_column12_hero_image&utm_source=sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=bck-03032019sunday#/)
:cheers:
Sounds yummy.........but works out at $10 per shot (25ml), or the equivalent of $280 for a 700ml bottle :'(
Post by: rockrat on March 04, 2019, 12:18:58 PM
Post by: Bird on March 04, 2019, 12:27:35 PM
Quote from: rockrat
Might have to check out the duty free when I fly back from NZ to Aus on Friday. Not a huge whiskey drinker, but hey I can learn. :cheers:
I dont think Duty free is really worth the effort anymore is it?
Post by: rockrat on March 04, 2019, 12:34:07 PM
I dont think Duty free is really worth the effort anymore is it?I think there is still a bit to be saved on spirits as they have a high duty rate - guess I’ll find out Friday.
But a lot of stuff is crazily expensive - things like M&Ms are probably twice what it costs at coles.
Post by: Bird on November 16, 2019, 06:36:24 PM
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/174090028910 (https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/174090028910)
Post by: tagman on November 17, 2019, 08:59:55 AM
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Post by: Fizzie on June 20, 2020, 12:57:30 PM
I can't match what they say he bought to how much they say he spent, but he obviously knows what he wants!
& before you ask, no, it wasn't me! ;D
:cheers:
Post by: xcvator on June 20, 2020, 03:29:04 PM
http://www.mygc.com.au/man-racks-up-53000-bill-at-gold-coast-dan-murphys-store/ (http://www.mygc.com.au/man-racks-up-53000-bill-at-gold-coast-dan-murphys-store/)
I can't match what they say he bought to how much they say he spent, but he obviously knows what he wants!
& before you ask, no, it wasn't me! ;D
:cheers:
Fluck me, I always thought Scotch came from Scotland
Post by: discoteddy on August 28, 2021, 10:14:41 AM
Purchased one at Dans after watching a little doco about Scottish railways (makes me sound older than I am👍🏻) really small distillery. Cracking dram straight, no water or ice, just enjoy.
Cheers
Discoteddy
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Post by: Foo on August 28, 2021, 10:35:15 AM
You’ll spill some if you store it like that ;D
But it requires no effort on his behalf when drinking it from the bottle = breath in, amber nectar flows into the mouth, breath out, gives time to savor and swallow it and repeat exercise. ;D :cheers:
Foo
Post by: discoteddy on August 28, 2021, 12:11:31 PM
Post by: Banjo16 on August 28, 2021, 02:21:17 PM
Which one first?
Post by: Fizzie on August 28, 2021, 02:31:36 PM
But you don't get Father's Day for another week yet >:D
Post by: discoteddy on August 28, 2021, 03:08:29 PM
Birthday & Father's Day pressies, waiting for tomorrow.
Which one first?
Aberlour first, then unleash the peat🏴🥃
Post by: Banjo16 on August 29, 2021, 02:34:18 PM
Post by: discoteddy on August 29, 2021, 03:49:22 PM
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Post by: Troopy_03 on August 30, 2021, 10:49:37 AM
Just because it’s cold in Canberra🏴🥃
Must be cold, you tipped the bottle sideways and the whisky is still in the bottom of the bottle... frozen solid LOL
Post by: discoteddy on August 30, 2021, 05:45:56 PM
Post by: Banjo16 on September 04, 2022, 09:48:00 AM
Post by: Spada on September 04, 2022, 12:52:59 PM
Post by: Banjo16 on September 04, 2022, 05:00:10 PM
Thats a nice looking trifecta :cheers:
Post by: Banjo16 on September 04, 2022, 05:02:10 PM
Post by: GBC on September 05, 2022, 06:33:00 AM