I think this may have something to do with the fact that Ardbeg was mothballed until just a few years ago. The prices may be reflecting the fact that the old stock is running out.
"Suppose he's got a pointed stick!?!"
- Eric Idle, Monty Python's Flying Circus
Chivas Regal 12. Everyone likes to diss this stuff, but I'm enjoying the heck out of it right now. The sweet Speyside character is well represented, with a whiff of smoke in the background. The grain holds it all together without dominating as in cheaper blends.
Had a few Old Pulteney 12's tonight. Now on to bourbon (ORVW 10/107)
Whisk(e)y - a bargain at any price !!!
Polished off the Old Pulteney 12 with 2 generous pours. What a great valued whiskey that one is.
Whisk(e)y - a bargain at any price !!!
It seemed the right time so I opened with a Balvenie Portwood 21 slid over to Royal Salute 21 and finished off with a Glenmorangie Original.
Often I am forced to deal with the fact that I prefer bourbon over dealing with facts.
JOE
Wag more.
Bark less.
"Every bottle is its own learning experience." -- Sensei Ox-sama