I am not normally a whisky drinker, but I really enjoyed our whiskey tasting at the LAN. So I went out and bought myself a bottle of Bowmore Cask. Which I am enjoying, But what were the 2 bottles we had?
Quote from: Armitage;251601I am not normally a whisky drinker, but I really enjoyed our whiskey tasting at the LAN. So I went out and bought myself a bottle of Bowmore Cask. Which I am enjoying, But what were the 2 bottles we had?
I brought the LAPHROAIG QUARTER CASK (http://www.laphroaig.com/whiskies/quarter_cask/index.asp?expanded=quarter_cask) which was the really peaty flavoured one. Not to everyone's taste but certainly distinctive.
Aye the Laphroaig was rather splendid. As was Spudgun's contribution which I'm sorry I can't remember its name.
From my side, my favourite is Talikser. The 10-year oldd (http://www.whiskyshop.com/Shop/Detail.aspx?pid=1277)is fine but the 18-year old (http://www.thedrinkshop.com/products/nlpdetail.php?prodid=3172)is sublime.
Since it's first outing a few LAN's ago it's received quite a following. It's very Peaty and was also named Single Malt of the Year 2007.
It's my turn to bring some a malt to the next LAN so I'll being a bottle of 18-year old it may even push to the 57° Distillers edition if I can still source it.
My favourtest favourite of all is Dallas Dhu but since the distillery closed in 1983 it's becoming harder and rarer to find. :(
PEN
Quote from: Penfold;251629Aye the Laphroaig was rather splendid. As was Spudgun's contribution which I'm sorry I can't remember its name.
It was Lameduck who, I think, brought a bottle of Glenlivet.
Quote from: OldBloke;251632It was Lameduck who, I think, brought a bottle of Glenlivet.
Of course it was.... heh how pished was I then :rolleyes:. Apologies oh Lame one.
Pen, good stuff! I would like to recommend Highland Park 30 yrs (http://www.highlandpark.co.uk/shop/whisky.asp?curpage=3) After trying a 23-year old thing I bought in Iceland customs some years back, I got curious and tried that one. So far, the best I've ever tried.
Quote from: delanvital;251635Pen, good stuff! I would like to recommend Highland Park 30 yrs (http://www.highlandpark.co.uk/shop/whisky.asp?curpage=3) After trying a 23-year old thing I bought in Iceland customs some years back, I got curious and tried that one. So far, the best I've ever tried.
180 quid a bottle :blink:
I brought the more distinctive Drink, a bottle of Vodka well matured (1 day old) and redball which myself and Andy (crazy R1) drank, it was a good year (2008) and was filtered with no added peat in it what so ever just ice.:D
If you are looking for an incredibly smooth whisky with a kick like a mule keep your eyes peeled for Glenfarclas 105 (http://www.glenfarclas.co.uk/en/pages/78,Glenfarclas_105.html) (sometimes called Director's Special).
It is absolutely gorgeous but NB that it is 60% ABV!!!!
£34.99 here (http://www.parkerswhisky.co.uk/oscommerce/glenfarclas-105-malt-whisky-p-85.html)
Welcome to the wonderful world of whiskey my friend.
What sort of tastes and textures do you go for?
Whiskeys are very diverse and many things affect the taste, smell, colour etc but for a general flavour for scottish whiskeys you need to look at the region.
I prefer lowlands and Speyside malts which tend to be crisp and light instead of the deap peatiness of the Highlands.
Although the Highlands have a great range so deserve some investigation for sure.
Glenlivet is my favourite easily accessed malt.
I just picked up a bottle of Compass Box Aslay which is absolutely delicious :)
I will bring a bottle to the next LAN
some fantastic ones for sale here :D
http://www.thedrinkshop.com/products/productlist.php?catid=40
Quote from: Gandalf;251652some fantastic ones for sale here :D
http://www.thedrinkshop.com/products/productlist.php?catid=40
Try these from the list:
http://www.thedrinkshop.com/products/nlpdetail.php?prodid=2710
http://www.thedrinkshop.com/products/nlpdetail.php?prodid=3863
Quote from: BlueBall;251654Try these from the list:
http://www.thedrinkshop.com/products/nlpdetail.php?prodid=2710
http://www.thedrinkshop.com/products/nlpdetail.php?prodid=3863
The BALVENIE - Single Barrel 15 Year Old sounds delightful :)
I quite like the Irish Whiskeys; http://www.thedrinkshop.com/products/nlpdetail.php?prodid=2839 :D
I did promise we'd try to do more gaming at the next LAN :D
Quote from: Gandalf;251656I quite like the Irish Whiskeys; http://www.thedrinkshop.com/products/nlpdetail.php?prodid=2839 :D
I think you should bring us a bottle or two to try at the next LAN Gandalf :)
Quote from: OldBloke;251657I did promise we'd try to do more gaming at the next LAN :D
DMD - Whiskey event Malt in March 2009 LOL
I don't see a problem with having several people bringing along a whisky of choice and us doing a little tasting.
A 'Compare and Contrast' sort of thing :norty:
PEN
Quote from: OldBloke;251640180 quid a bottle :blink:
That is the list price. I think I paid, in customs, around £150.
I have a bottle I got as a gift which I'll bring along. Not really my thing, someone else might like it, but that is up for grabs if we do a test as Pen says :)
Oh, that's a bargain then :roflmao:
PEN
Quote from: Penfold;251663Oh, that's a bargain then :roflmao:
PEN
It was worth it. When employed again I will buy me another :) Last one lasted about a year.
Ahh if it last for a year then that's not too bad. Mine tends to last for the weekend :doh:
PEN
Quote from: Penfold;251670Ahh if it last for a year then that's not too bad. Mine tends to last for the weekend :doh:
PEN
Yup, a special occasion kinda thing. Just be sure to keep the bottles dark and somewhat cool :)
I'd like to recommend this one.
http://www.thedrinkshop.com/products/nlpdetail.php?prodid=2800
I have a bottle of their 1980 and a bottle of their 1987 at home.
Quote from: Gh0st Face Killah;252586I'd like to recommend this one.
http://www.thedrinkshop.com/products/nlpdetail.php?prodid=2800
I have a bottle of their 1980 and a bottle of their 1987 at home.
Interesting description :g:Will keep an eye out for that :)
Quote from: Gh0st Face Killah;252586I'd like to recommend this one.
http://www.thedrinkshop.com/products/nlpdetail.php?prodid=2800
I have a bottle of their 1980 and a bottle of their 1987 at home.
QuoteTasting notes
Undiluted:
Nose: Lavender with citrus fruit notes. Some malty, cereal aromas present.
Palate: Sweet, floral and dry grass flavours. A spicy, liquorice note develops.
With water:
Nose: Cereal and hessian with hints of spices. A delicate sweetness - milk chocolate.
Palate: Sweet and spicy - hints of cedar wood. The floral notes slowly emerge.
Fer Christ's sake gis it 'ere - GLUG GLUG GLUG :norty:
i have finished my bottle of bowmore cask strengh, which was great. any one got a suggetion of what i should try next. I liked the peatyness of the bowmore. under£50 please, there's a credit cruch don't you know:crying:
Quote from: Armitage;252593i have finished my bottle of bowmore cask strengh, which was great. any one got a suggetion of what i should try next. I liked the peatyness of the bowmore. under£50 please, there's a credit cruch don't you know:crying:
I know it is relative mainstream n all.. but have you tried the 12 yr highland park? It should be around £45
Quote from: Armitage;252593i have finished my bottle of bowmore cask strengh, which was great. any one got a suggetion of what i should try next. I liked the peatyness of the bowmore. under£50 please, there's a credit cruch don't you know:crying:
http://www.deadmen.co.uk/forum/showpost.php?p=251648&postcount=9
has it the peat taste i like
Quote from: Armitage;252605has it the peat taste i like
No but once you taste it that won't matter :)
There is a quite a good sale on at tesco atm
The Glenlivet 15 Year Old French Oakreserve 70cl
SAVE £7.00 Was £30.99 Now £23.99SAVE £7.00 Was £30.99 Now £23.99 - valid from 19/11/2008 until 09/12/2008
The Balvenie Doublewood Malt 70cl
SAVE £5.00 Was £26.83 Now £21.83SAVE £5.00 Was £26.83 Now £21.83 - valid from 19/11/2008 until 09/12/2008
Thats only two of them
Go have a look
Quote from: Zootoxin;252707There is a quite a good sale on at tesco atm
The Glenlivet 15 Year Old French Oakreserve 70cl
SAVE £7.00 Was £30.99 Now £23.99SAVE £7.00 Was £30.99 Now £23.99 - valid from 19/11/2008 until 09/12/2008
The Balvenie Doublewood Malt 70cl
SAVE £5.00 Was £26.83 Now £21.83SAVE £5.00 Was £26.83 Now £21.83 - valid from 19/11/2008 until 09/12/2008
Thats only two of them
Go have a look
Both are nice. The Balvenie Doublewood I particularly enjoyed (although not sure it is the same age and stuff)
Squonk likes a drop too, worth getting his comments here. My particular favourite at the moment is a good old Jameson. Nothing flash. As it comes.
I could, of course wax lyrical about 30 year old x, y and z, but let's face it, credit crunch, whisky used to be £10 a bottle. If it strips paint, smells like nitromors and pours like treacle it must be good, right?
10-year old talisker @£23 peaty til you drop
PEN
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old Malt Whisky Was £25.99 now £15.99 @ Somerfield
CHIVAS REGAL FTW
http://www.chivas.com/LDA.aspx?returnurl=/Default.aspx
ended up with a ten year old Ardbeg. £5 off at Tescos
How is the ardberg Arm?
It's nice. but not as good as the bowmore
Quote from: Armitage;253922It's nice. but not as good as the bowmore
Bowmore Legend is 15 quid in Tesco atm.
:blink: Oohhh nice
PEN
a few years ago i was playing hockey at raf cranwell and we went to this pub here, they have a room dedicated to whisky,
its well worth a visit if anyone who appricates whisky is in the area
they have over 700 differant whiskys prices ranging from £2.50 a tot up to £350 a tot:blink:
http://www.thegeorgeatleadenham.co.uk/whisky.php
can we have the next lan there????
I enjoyed some nice whisky's over festive period the usual Glen Livets and Regals but one Malt that really caught my taste buds was the
Glenmorangie with a port wood finish.
http://www.drinksdirect.co.uk/acatalog/Glenmorangie_Port_Wood_Finish.html
really enjoyed it.
Also I think you whisky lovers should check out Compass Box Whiskys I love the Aslay
http://www.compassboxwhisky.com/home.html
I think Pen was going to buy me the Peat Monster Reserve for doing the badges, if I remember correctly LOL
And finally if you are ever in London you should really check out this place I got here sometimes as its just around the corner from work.
http://www.athenaeumhotel.com/food__drink/whisky_bar.aspx
Is it just me living in the LDN or has the price of whisky gone through the roof?
Tried to get a bottle of Jameson last night couldnt find a bottle for less than £18 for 70cl
Quote from: Zootoxin;257300I think Pen was going to buy me the Peat Monster Reserve for doing the badges, if I remember correctly LOL
I was :blink: ?
Umm don't quite remember that tbh but I'll happily share my tali with you should you get off your butt and make it to the LAN :)
Talking of badges, how's the new one coming along :flirty:
Quote from: Penfold;270175I was :blink: ?
Umm don't quite remember that tbh but I'll happily share my tali with you should you get off your butt and make it to the LAN :)
Talking of badges, how's the new one coming along :flirty:
But do you not think the prices are getting out of hand?
Prices are good. Picked up a 1L bottle of 10y Glenmorangie from Sainsburys for £29 the other day. Ok, it was on offer and reduced by £8 but still, even £36 for a litre of excellent quality 10y single malt is a great price.
Very good reading here; How to Taste (http://www.glenmorangie.com/home.php#/our_range/fiche_tasting.php?resolution=1280)
Quote from: Gandalf;270364Prices are good. Picked up a 1L bottle of 10y Glenmorangie from Sainsburys for £29 the other day. Ok, it was on offer and reduced by £8 but still, even £36 for a litre of excellent quality 10y single malt is a great price.
Just out of interest how long does it take you to get through a bottle?
I think gaming and whisky can lead eachother on into the night lol
I was playing dawn of war late last night whilst drinking some nice 10yr Bush mills, when I finally went to bed I was a little shocked at my indulgence :D
ooh, that'll last a good few months. I never drink it when I'm gaming. I stick to beer for that, otherwise I'll just waste the bottle and not enjoy it. Whiskey is to be savoured, not swilled while fragging everything in sight!
A good movie, or some mood music, and a glass or two of fine single malt is the way to enjoy it fully :)
Quote from: Gandalf;270367ooh, that'll last a good few months. I never drink it when I'm gaming. I stick to beer for that, otherwise I'll just waste the bottle and not enjoy it. Whiskey is to be savoured, not swilled while fragging everything in sight!
A good movie, or some mood music, and a glass or two of fine single malt is the way to enjoy it fully :)
Yeah I agree, especially the music part.
It was supposed to be a night cap but I got caught up in a mission Bottle and glass on the desk hmmmm
whats any self respecting whisky lover going to do :)
if you like morangie you should try the port wood finish mate
Quote from: Zootoxin;270369if you like morangie you should try the port wood finish mate
This morning, in the pursuit of pure research, I purchased a bottle. This finish is called 'Quinta Ruban', (another ponsified branding). Despite the temptation to try immediately, I resisted 'til 10am.
How the directors of the Glenmorangie distillery have the gall to sell this is beyond me.
I'd keep every drop for myself. I have decided that today is a 'happy' day.
This LAN I we are mainly drinking Quinta Ruban :D
P.S I may consider tasting other brands on offer.
Next time i'll remember not to be either playing games or asleep when you get the whiskeys out :-( It's not quite the same joining in when you all half cut :lmfao:. i have to say, what little of the whiskey i did have certainly helped with my cold :crying:
Either way, The Aberlour (10yr single malt) is quite nice, not to sharp on the tongue, though what sharpness there is lingers. Good warm glow of a feeling after you've had a little, warms you right through. Not amazing or anything to speak off compared to others i've had, but not bad for only £16 a bottle.
I'd describes the others i have but i've finished them :narnar:, (10yr Macallan).
I have to say I was particularly impressed with the 15-year old Dalwhinnie (http://www.drinksdirect.co.uk/acatalog/Dalwhinnie_15_Year_Old.html) donated by the hotel.
Between that, the Talisker, Glenfiddich, Aberlour and others I had one helluva hangover on Saturday :doh:
Don't be afraid Penfold, that 'hangover' was just weakness leaving your body:)
Quote from: Penfold;273946I have to say I was particularly impressed with the 15-year old Dalwhinnie (http://www.drinksdirect.co.uk/acatalog/Dalwhinnie_15_Year_Old.html) donated by the hotel.
twas very nice :yes:
Quick heads up
Glenmorangie 10 Year Old Malt Whisky 1 Litre - At Tesco
reduced by Ã,£13.99 till 07/09/10
Thats Ã,£25 a bottle for a good spec malt
Picked one up last night :D
Time to raise this thread from the dead as someone needs to brave this:
http://www.firebox.com/product/5656/Mature-Your-Own-Whisky-Kit
Could be interesting!
QuoteAlcohol 63.5%
King of the understatement GLoJ, interesting=carnage.[/FONT][/COLOR]
If someone wants to buy this and give it a go, I will happily provide a quality-control service for you at the LAN.
Sounds like fun.
I'm just in the process of buying a fruit shredder and press to start making cider though so that'll be it for me for the time being.
Quote from: Tutonic;375566If someone wants to buy this and give it a go, I will happily provide a quality-control service for you at the LAN.
We will also lay on the first 2 ambulances as part of our LAN entertainment promise
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Not a one shot wonder either... http://www.masterofmalt.com/spirit/new-make-malt-spirit/
Think I know the answer next time someone asks what I want for a birthday!
Thread brought back to life to report this excellent deal ...
http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/laphroaig-whisky-quarter-cask-70cl-25-00-asda-2386021
One of my favourite whiskies at a brilliant price. Personally, I ordered from Amazon using Prime. Not currently in stock but they will honour the price and dispatch as soon as it is.
A very strong (48 % Vol) smoky/peaty single malt so not to everyone's taste.
Quote from: OldBloke;409786http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/laphroaig-whisky-quarter-cask-70cl-25-00-asda-2386021
A very strong (48 % Vol) smoky/peaty single malt so not to everyone's taste.
Laphroaig Quarter Cask. Nice. I find that it is like the 10, but with a bit more in every way :-)
Just finished a bottle of some sherry barrel whiskey (excellent BTW), this looks a good deal - cheers OB.
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Quote from: OldBloke;409786Thread brought back to life to report this excellent deal ...
http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/laphroaig-whisky-quarter-cask-70cl-25-00-asda-2386021
One of my favourite whiskies at a brilliant price. Personally, I ordered from Amazon using Prime. Not currently in stock but they will honour the price and dispatch as soon as it is.
A very strong (48 % Vol) smoky/peaty single malt so not to everyone's taste.
Well, if it's highly rated by seasoned whiskey drinkers here it can't be that bad, and cheaper than a quality tipple from the super market so a punt of £25 on amazon prime sounds like a good deal!
Also ordered :)
How lovely.
I look forward having some of it at the LAN. It'll be a nice accompaniment to a Distillers Edition I have lined up.
Thanks to this thread I had to go check which Laphroaig it was I had open and it's the quarter cask :rolleyes: ...decided to remind myself what it was like too :flirty:
For Oldie and Pen, a little reminder to where all roads lead to ........:D
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The first bottle on the right (nearest to Oldie, suprisingly) was the best whisky I've tasted in my life, and that's saying something:dribble:
Quote from: Lameduck;410247... The first bottle on the right (nearest to Oldie, suprisingly) was the best whisky I've tasted in my life, and that's saying something:dribble:
Was that the ridiculously expensive bottle that one of the BIG guys brought down?
I remember me and Target fighting over the Lagavulin ... gorgeous stuff.
I shall be bringing one of these (http://www.waitrose.com/shop/ProductView-10317-10001-36964-Aberlour+A'bunadh+single+malt.html).
And, just a heads-up that this evening in sanctioned by the hotel. The guidelines surrounding bringing in your own drink are still very much in effect.
Quote from: Penfold;410254I shall be bringing one of these (http://www.waitrose.com/shop/ProductView-10317-10001-36964-Aberlour+A'bunadh+single+malt.html).
And, just a heads-up that this evening in sanctioned by the hotel. The guidelines surrounding bringing in your own drink are still very much in effect.
Toby - seat me next to Pen please.
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Quote from: OldBloke;410251Was that the ridiculously expensive bottle that one of the BIG guys brought down?
I think so. I can vaguely recall being told that it was bottled from a 'private' barrel.
The Lagavulin was very 'peaty' IIRC.
Happy days!!
Quote from: Lameduck;410258I think so. I can vaguely recall being told that it was bottled from a 'private' barrel.
The Lagavulin was very 'peaty' IIRC.
Happy days!!
The writing on the side indicates "single cask". You can get that sort of thing through being a member (or knowing a member) of the Scotch malt whisky society https://www.smws.com ...not sure where else you'd find it? I've been to their London members club once or twice as a guest, never got round to joining though! Worth a trip if you can get an invite or go on an open day :flirty:
Well look who showed up at work today....
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Strong, peaty, smokey - really well balanced. An excellent recommendation OB :)
Quote from: Tutonic;410542Well look who showed up at work today....
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Strong, peaty, smokey - really well balanced. An excellent recommendation OB :)
Glad you like it, Tut.
Mine turned up Saturday. It shall be available to try at the LAN if anyone fancies it.
Sure you can twist my arm. :thumbsup2:
Quote from: OldBloke;410545Glad you like it, Tut.
Mine turned up Saturday. It shall be available to try at the LAN if anyone fancies it.
Huh! I thought Whisky goes off once bought and needs to be drunk within one week, maybe two at a push.!!
Mmmm I like the Leapfrog 1/4 cask. Another recommendation if you like it is Caol Ila. Currently working our way through a litre bottle of that.
Finished an Auchentoshan last week, which was nice.
Quote from: Sn00ks;410573which was nice.
Couldn't resist.:)
& Nice to see the thread originator back in the fold
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I'd definitely second the Caol Ila recommendation, it's one of my favorites, though I find it a much (er...drier?) proposition that Laphroaig. Ardbeg is another excellent peaty option :D
Good to see whisky chat is still is still going strong. I'll bring something special to October LAN
Quote from: Tutonic;410542Well look who showed up at work today....
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Strong, peaty, smokey - really well balanced. An excellent recommendation OB :)
Mine just arrived as well!
Looking forward to cracking it open soon :)
Just cracked open a bottle of this
https://www.instagram.com/p/BB8P9VSK-ecEc4lQ-aZ0l-Lzulw4fRnlV7XQ4U0/?taken-by=p.berry
Quote from: Armitage;410714Just cracked open a bottle of this
https://www.instagram.com/p/BB8P9VSK-ecEc4lQ-aZ0l-Lzulw4fRnlV7XQ4U0/?taken-by=p.berry
:ninja: whoa ... excellent :rockon:
We await the tasting feedback :woot2:
Quote from: suicidal_monkey;410724:ninja: whoa ... excellent :rockon:
We await the tasting feedback :woot2:
You luck, lucky, lucky b$%^&%d. I like my Islays.
I have a heavy head this morning. The stuff is too good.
Wow these lan events are sounding even better. Think I'm going to have to try the Talisker. If you like peaty snooks I'd recommend Lagavulin 16yo, my favourite and very distinctive
Quote from: maz;411143... I'd recommend Lagavulin 16yo, my favourite and very distinctive
Ditto :thumb:
Yup I am partial to a Laggy too. In fact I am not choosy any Islay will do!!
It all depends on what I'm eating with it on which I prefer but I find chocolate goes with them all.
Just spotted a Lagavulin 1995 Distiller's Edition in Tesco for £70 (http://www.tesco.com/groceries/product/details/?id=271282066) ... soooo tempted :g:
Quote from: OldBloke;411147Just spotted a Lagavulin 1995 Distiller's Edition in Tesco for £70 (http://www.tesco.com/groceries/product/details/?id=271282066) ... soooo tempted :g:
That will be peat, more peat, smokiness, peat then a dollop of peat on top for the smokey effect.
Don't forget it's in a peat infused bottle as well
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