Author Topic: 18-year Scotch Whisky (Read 872 times)

Neubob · « **on:** July 27, 2006, 04:19:07 PM »

My best friend is turning 30 this weekend. He's also turning into a bit of a connoisseur (wino), so I got him some18 year aged Glenmorangie. Knowing next to nothing of the dark liquors, I was wondering if any of you guys knew anything about this stuff. Is it good, as far as Scotches go, or is it just overpriced?

kamilyun · « **Reply #1 on:** July 27, 2006, 04:26:13 PM »

This was HiTech's favorite

For Bribes

Nilsen · « **Reply #2 on:** July 27, 2006, 04:50:22 PM »

I bet its excellent.. have only tried the 15..or was t 12?

That was great so your choise is prolly even better.

detch01 · « **Reply #3 on:** July 27, 2006, 05:06:26 PM »

It is excellant, although it's the taste is a little on the flowery/fruity side for me. I prefer Isley scotches (Laphroaig is a good one) that have peatier or smokier flavour. At 18yrs old it should be a really nice, smooth drink.

Cheers,
asw

midnight Target · « **Reply #4 on:** July 27, 2006, 05:37:24 PM »

I've only tried the 12 year old, but that was excellent.

dmf · « **Reply #5 on:** July 27, 2006, 07:50:20 PM »

18 year old bottle of Scotch? Trust me its gonna taste good. Its better than those regular "burn down your throat" scotches. At least this one has flavor to it

M36 · « **Reply #6 on:** July 27, 2006, 07:57:51 PM »

Was at a bagpipe school a few years ago and my instructor who was then recently retired, the Senior Pipe Major of the British Army. One of his friends who came to the school with him recommended giving him Glenlivet. I dont know anything about it, good or bad, or the taste. If Glenlivet brought a smile to the face of these two Scotsman, it must have been good. I dont know how old it was though, I think 12.

Seagoon · « **Reply #7 on:** July 28, 2006, 12:01:49 AM »

Yes Neubob, it's a winner, good choice.

Incidentally, if you want anymore best friends, my birthday is this Saturday.

B@tfinkV · « **Reply #8 on:** July 28, 2006, 12:08:35 AM »

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Originally posted by M36
Was at a bagpipe school a few years ago and my instructor who was then recently retired, the Senior Pipe Major of the British Army. One of his friends who came to the school with him recommended giving him Glenlivet. I dont know anything about it, good or bad, or the taste. If Glenlivet brought a smile to the face of these two Scotsman, it must have been good. I dont know how old it was though, I think 12.

a bottle of alcoholic lighter fluid would bring a smile to the face of the majority of scotsmen.

Neubob · « **Reply #9 on:** July 28, 2006, 12:21:02 AM »

I'm glad you guys give it your approval. I got him a bottle of Johnny walker black as a backup. Now I feel like an idiot. I'll let you know how he reacts tomorrow.

detch01 · « **Reply #10 on:** July 28, 2006, 12:25:09 AM »

LOL - give him the black label - keep the real whiskey for yourself

asw

rpm · « **Reply #11 on:** July 28, 2006, 12:26:39 AM »

The Glenmorangie is a fine choice. Hide the Johnny Black. If you want to give Johnny Walker, go with the Blue.

nirvana · « **Reply #12 on:** July 28, 2006, 02:09:14 AM »

Probably a dumb question but, can you age liquor in the bottle it's packaged in? I think my mom has had some Crown Royal in the cabinet for at least 5 years, never been opened.

Neubob · « **Reply #13 on:** July 28, 2006, 02:10:02 AM »

Here's the odd part..., I bought the Glenmorangie at a Montgomery County store for about about $85. I was in DC about 45 minutes later and the same bottle cost $112. Crazy! Mont. Co stores are owned by the govt, but the break is absurd. Anyway, I'm thinking the Johnny Walker is going to keep him going while I slowly siphon the good stuff into my own stomach.

Nilsen · « **Reply #14 on:** July 28, 2006, 02:13:37 AM »

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Originally posted by Neubob
Here's the odd part..., I bought the Glenmorangie at a Montgomery County store for about about $85. I was in DC about 45 minutes later and the same bottle cost $112. Crazy! Mont. Co stores are owned by the govt, but the break is absurd. Anyway, I'm thinking the Johnny Walker is going to keep him going while I slowly siphon the good stuff into my own stomach.

If he is your best friend im sure he would want you to enjoy it. Afterall the Black Label is good, and in his case FREE.

However you spin it he got the best deal!