If I am buying, what Classic Single Malt Scotch Whiskey would you choose?

CSM Charles Hayden — Sun, 10 May 2015 21:43:02 -0400

Currently, my choice is LAGAVULIN, aged 16 years. My next bottle is OBAN aged 14 years.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made May 10 at 2015 9:44 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 10 May 2015 21:44:10 -0400

Well CSM since your buying. Glenlevit 20yr please.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made May 10 at 2015 9:46 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 10 May 2015 21:46:28 -0400

I only drink Jameson myself Sergeant Major, but those look nice too. As long as it is tall and neat I'll try it.

Response by CW4 Private RallyPoint Member made May 10 at 2015 9:53 PM

CW4 Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 10 May 2015 21:53:26 -0400

None, but thanks for the offer!

Response by PFC Tuan Trang made May 10 at 2015 9:54 PM

PFC Tuan Trang — Sun, 10 May 2015 21:54:51 -0400

The most expensive one, cause it prob taste better.

Response by Col Private RallyPoint Member made May 10 at 2015 10:00 PM

Col Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 10 May 2015 22:00:05 -0400

I have to say Oban! And FYI, Johnnie walker is a blend, not a single. But I assume that's just a generic scotch picture.... as I take a sip of my Johnnie Walker Gold Reserve :)

Response by SPC Carl K. made May 10 at 2015 10:02 PM

SPC Carl K. — Sun, 10 May 2015 22:02:40 -0400

I am happy with Johnny Walker Red.

Response by MSG Brad Sand made May 10 at 2015 10:03 PM

MSG Brad Sand — Sun, 10 May 2015 22:03:42 -0400

What are you trying to accomplish? It is always in the detail with these type of questions?

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made May 10 at 2015 10:18 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 10 May 2015 22:18:26 -0400

Glenfiddich 18 is where it's at. But recently I keep my eye out for this, Bruichladdich.

Response by CSM Charles Hayden made May 10 at 2015 10:24 PM

CSM Charles Hayden — Sun, 10 May 2015 22:24:36 -0400

That is what I should have said many years ago.

Response by LTC Stephen C. made May 10 at 2015 10:38 PM

LTC Stephen C. — Sun, 10 May 2015 22:38:11 -0400

CSM Charles Hayden, even though it's a blend, I've always liked Usquaebach (Gaelic for the water of life). I've not had any for a long time, but it's still available.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made May 10 at 2015 10:40 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 10 May 2015 22:40:12 -0400

All the cool kids know that The Glenlivet is the choice of every sophisticated aficionado. The 12 year old stuff, at $50 a bottle is extremely nice...the 18 year old manna @ $100 per is simply sublime. I splurge on the 18 once in a while, but my bar always has a bottle of the 12 in case company comes over and wants to have a cigar.

Oh, and always drink it neat. Only a Philistine would dare dilute this nectar of the gods with water or ice. If you are such a heathen - just drop and beat your face!

Response by SSgt Nolan Hernandez made May 10 at 2015 10:58 PM

SSgt Nolan Hernandez — Sun, 10 May 2015 22:58:09 -0400

Highland Park 12 is an excellent single-malt Scotch on a budget.

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made May 10 at 2015 11:08 PM

MSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 10 May 2015 23:08:00 -0400

Tried to like Scotch like Tom Selleck in Blue Bloods. But just don't care for it. Much prefer Bourbon or Irish. But more power to you folks and your Scotch!

Response by Sgt Packy Flickinger made May 10 at 2015 11:28 PM

Sgt Packy Flickinger — Sun, 10 May 2015 23:28:29 -0400

Out of those, Blue. Definately blue. But honestly, Costco sometimes has one that is fantastic for about $45 speeryside or something like that.

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made May 11 at 2015 2:53 AM

1LT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 11 May 2015 02:53:29 -0400

CSM Charles Hayden. While this is most certainly a matter of individual taste . . . most people seem to like 10 - 20 year old MacCallan just fine . . . never had anyone turn down a glass . . . and while MacCallan is not terribly inexpensive . . . it will not break the bank. There are more exotic labels and far more costly vintages . . . but for my money and within my experience MacCallan seems to be a good compromise to make and keep everyone happy. Warmest Regards, Sandy

https://www.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/the-macallan-10-year-old-whisky/

The Macallan 10 Year Old Sherry Oak

A 10 year old from the Macallan matured in sherry casks. Macallan uses only Golden Promise barley, and actually use up 90% of the annual crop of Golden Promise in Scotland!

Response by 2LT Private RallyPoint Member made May 11 at 2015 3:17 AM

2LT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 11 May 2015 03:17:26 -0400

I've got to say I prefer the 10 y/o Lagavulin to the 16, the peat isn't as overpowering. It's just a bit pricier and harder to find though.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made May 11 at 2015 8:30 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 11 May 2015 08:30:31 -0400

CSM Charles Hayden , if the drinks are with a veteran from your era, anything will do! Thanks for your service!

Response by PO2 Private RallyPoint Member made May 11 at 2015 10:33 AM

PO2 Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 11 May 2015 10:33:59 -0400

I like the Macallen 12 year myself, but I haven't had too many of them yet. I'm looking forward to trying a bit of Laphroaig in the near future.

Response by PO3 John Jeter made May 11 at 2015 11:44 AM

PO3 John Jeter — Mon, 11 May 2015 11:44:07 -0400

What else? *grin* I became accustomed to this while working overseas. A Scots buddy introduced us. I don't partake often, but I do enjoy the occasional drink on the porch......

Response by MSgt James Mullis made May 11 at 2015 11:55 AM

MSgt James Mullis — Mon, 11 May 2015 11:55:18 -0400

I've tried most of the single malts available in the US and several that you can only get in the UK and Glenmorangie is hands down my favorite. A near perfect blending of Scottish distillation and American White Oak aging casks that once held bourbon.

Response by SFC Tyrone Almendarez made May 11 at 2015 12:38 PM

SFC Tyrone Almendarez — Mon, 11 May 2015 12:38:42 -0400

I am Blue Label Johnny Walker

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made May 11 at 2015 12:50 PM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 11 May 2015 12:50:18 -0400

NOT Laphroaig. I am not a fan of that, although it is kind of a "hazing" at a friends house before you can have any of the others, I am particularly infatuated with Macallan 10yr fine oak or the Balvenie Caribbean Cask are my 2 current favorites.

Response by SSG John Jensen made May 11 at 2015 9:32 PM

SSG John Jensen — Mon, 11 May 2015 21:32:31 -0400

Johnny Walker - Green Label 15 yo
Glenlivet 15 yo
the 15 year olds - way above the quality of the 12 year olds, but not as expensive as the 18 year olds

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made May 11 at 2015 9:58 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 11 May 2015 21:58:28 -0400

You're buying? Heck, I've always wanted to try that $80 shot of King George in the bottle With chain mal on it. If it was a business trip of course, company credit card.

Response by SSG John Jensen made May 12 at 2015 12:03 PM

SSG John Jensen — Tue, 12 May 2015 12:03:53 -0400

gin and tonic - the military drink - when the english were in india there was this new stuff called quinine that prevented malaria, and then treated it, if you got it anyway - so there were military formations where the sgt put this spoonful of stuff in a glass of water and you drank it down - and it tasted terrible - and then somebody said 'this would taste a lot better if we added gin'!

tangueray makes ice feel special

Response by CMDCM Gene Treants made May 12 at 2015 6:27 PM

CMDCM Gene Treants — Tue, 12 May 2015 18:27:10 -0400

LISMORE Single Malt (Single Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky). Product of Scotland, William Lundie & Co., Speyside, Scotland. From the label: "From the Speyside Region of Scotland a single malt with all the qualities of the region. Robust but also delicate. The fine balance of flavors combine to make this a malt whisky distinctive in both taste and character."

Okay the commercial is over - this is GOOD S**T. I found this a few years ago as I decided to try Single Malt and not just blends. After touring Scotland and discovering that each hotel, restaurant and even Airline had its own brand of Scotch, I wanted to know more. I had consumed copious quantities of Scotch since my early days in the Navy. Mostly Chivas Regal and Chivas Royal Salute (when i could afford it).

OKAY, Bottom line - $20.00 and not bad - it is not going to WOW! you but is good and it does the job as a Single Malt. Try it and if you hate it 0 you are out $20.00 if you like it - keep it around and enjoy it. If your friends are SingleMaltSnobs, just don't let them in on the secret. And save some money for a good 5 cent cigar (they are $10.00 now).

Response by SGT Justin Lamb made May 12 at 2015 8:03 PM

SGT Justin Lamb — Tue, 12 May 2015 20:03:43 -0400

CSM,

I would half to say Glenmorangie! Just picked up a bottle a few days ago. Aged 15 years from Scottland I believe

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made May 13 at 2015 12:27 AM

MSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 13 May 2015 00:27:46 -0400

I drink beam have no one to impress.

Response by SSgt Lonnie Montgomery made May 20 at 2015 4:38 PM

SSgt Lonnie Montgomery — Wed, 20 May 2015 16:38:51 -0400

CSM Charles H.

This is an easy one.

(1) Macallan "Sherry Oak" 25yr
(2) Macallan "Fine Oak" 15~25yr
(3) Montgomie "Single Cask" 1995
(4) Glenfiddich "Reserve" 21 yr

And then set back and enjoy straight up.

Response by LTJG Robert M. made May 20 at 2015 4:54 PM

LTJG Robert M. — Wed, 20 May 2015 16:54:48 -0400

Balvenie DoubleWood 12 year old single malt

Response by SGT James Allen made May 20 at 2015 4:59 PM

SGT James Allen — Wed, 20 May 2015 16:59:08 -0400

If you're buying, I'll have the Lagavulin 30 yr.