What Wee Dram are you enjoying now?

[Vosgar]

After another 100+ degree day, it finally cooled off enough tonight to head out to the porch for a cigar. figured something light and refreshing was in order so I went with some Concannon Irish

[Vosgar]

tonight I finished off the Signatory Vintage Laphroaig 1991 that AC Detroit left me a few months ago. Thanks again Tony!

Gary

[Max Power]

I tried a few new ones recently.

Tamdhu 10 year - Decent flavor, but nothing special about it.

Glen Moray 12 - Fruity speyside with no spice at all.

[Virus_Of_Life]

Ardbeg day, very good - isn't all Ardbeg(?) - but not quite remarkable as expected.

[Clavius]

Ardbeg day, very good - isn't all Ardbeg(?) - but not quite remarkable as expected.

What is unique about the Ardbeg Day? I've only had the 10yr and the Uigeadail. Both were exceptional, imho.

[MacinJosh]

What is unique about the Ardbeg Day? I've only had the 10yr and the Uigeadail. Both were exceptional, imho.

[BFerguson]

It's a rare example, IMHO, where peat/smoke and sherry intermingle in complete balance.

Anyone can throw some peat and sherry in a bottle....but so few can do it well with each part complimenting the other. The key is balance.

This almost makes me want to go back and pick up the one I saw. I'll leave it for somebody else to come across. Just haven't got in to the peat yet.......

B

[sutton]

Clynelish 14 followed by a Bowmore 15 Darkest - the Clynelish is a newly opened bottle, so won't comment too much on it yet but I'd say somewhat comparable to the Dalwhinnie 15, with the edge to the Dalwhinnie due to greater balance with a bit of a smokey/tobacco element that was not in the Clynelish, but both very good.

The Bowmore 15 is an excellent whisky - peaty smokiness without much of a medicinal/iodine element - this and the Highland Park's I've had (12 and 18) seem to bring some nice peaty complexity without that TCP note. But as I've spent more time with the smokier scotches, I feel myself drawn to again trying the Lagavulin/Laphroaig/Ardbeg style ...

[Wall Eye]

Been sampling a few bottom shelf scotches looking for a good price/quality ratio product - without sacrificing too much quality - and there are still plenty I haven't gotten to yet. I've had Speyburn - not bad, but nothing that stands out - and currently working on a McClelland's Islay - also good but there's something about the finish....

A couple weeks ago I picked up a Black Bottle. And right out of the gate I got a funky burnt rubber on the nose. There was promise in the palate but I just set the bottle aside after a couple pours. Pulled it out again last night and it seems to have improved a lot with a bit of air exposure. The nose was much better and a few more of the pleasant sweeter notes were coming through in the taste. Also picked up a very faint hint of smoke which was nice. What really impressed me was how rich it felt in my mouth - only 40 pf but not thin at all. Finish was short but didn't leave any weirdness behind. Nice.

Maybe just differences in my palate between the two nights, but this one seems to have promise. It won't challenge my favorite SMSs, but I'm looking forward to seeing how this one develops. And my wallet won't mind either.

I know that bourbons can be affected by some air time after opening, but is that also true of scotchs?

[WAINWRIGHT]

Had a small pour of Laphoaig Quarter Cask and Lagavulin 16 before starting up the charcoal grill,just seemed fitting.I much enjoy both of these being a recently converted Islay lover.

[WAINWRIGHT]

Finishing the night off with a Redbreast C.S. Batch 1 lots of fruit just enough proof not anything I would change,damn close to being to perfect.

[DaveOfAtl]

First pour from a G&M Mortlach 15 I've had for some time. I'm no expert with scotch, but I believe this is what you would call a sherry bomb.

[smokinjoe]

It's been a very big bourbon and rye weekend, so decided to sit out back and change gears. Glenfiddich 18 in the glass. Very thick, and extremely chewy. A tad sweetish, but not cloyingly so. A bit of spice in there, about mid-palate. Very nice whiskey.

[MacinJosh]

Had a small pour of Laphoaig Quarter Cask and Lagavulin 16 before starting up the charcoal grill,just seemed fitting.I much enjoy both of these being a recently converted Islay lover.

The Froaig QC is always a nice pour and the Lag 16 is a classic but there are better ones to be had. The Lag 12yr CS's they're putting out are outstanding, though tougher to find.

[WAINWRIGHT]

Michael Collins Single Malt fruit,spice and just a wisp of smoke; trick your single malt boys into enjoying a nice Irish.I have been finding these locally for $25.99 at one of our better stocked Hy Vee's,makes it all the more enjoyable at this price point!

[Clavius]

Michael Collins Single Malt fruit,spice and just a wisp of smoke; trick your single malt boys into enjoying a nice Irish.I have been finding these locally for $25.99 at one of our better stocked Hy Vee's,makes it all the more enjoyable at this price point!

I've seen the regular Michael Collins here locally. But I've been told that the single malt is especially good. Gonna have to see if I can find it and give it a try!

[MyOldKyDram]

Having a Yamazaki 12 yo and then going to finally dive into that Redbreast CS.

[AaronWF]

Michael Collins Single Malt fruit,spice and just a wisp of smoke; trick your single malt boys into enjoying a nice Irish.I have been finding these locally for $25.99 at one of our better stocked Hy Vee's,makes it all the more enjoyable at this price point!

[unclebunk]

Nothing fancy last night. I was in the mood for something light and refreshing so I had a pour or two of Ballantine's Finest and a touch of William Grant's Family Reserve. Sometimes an inexpensive quality blended Scotch really hits the spot.

[WAINWRIGHT]

Balvenie 21 Portwood a good way to cap the day,complex,thick and oily and a waxed fruit present from start to finish a truly elegant dram.

[WAINWRIGHT]

Balvenie 21yr Portwood, complex ,rich oily and a waxed fruit character that is present from start to finish, a truly elegant dram to say the least.

[unclebunk]

Balvenie 21 Portwood a good way to cap the day,complex,thick and oily and a waxed fruit present from start to finish a truly elegant dram.

[Lost Pollito]

Balvenie 21 Portwood a good way to cap the day,complex,thick and oily and a waxed fruit present from start to finish a truly elegant dram.

Always one of my very favorites. A dangerously drinkable malt.

[MacinJosh]

Cracked open a Springer 12yr Claret, recommended by Timd. A great call Tim! My thoughts:

Springbank 12yr Claret 54.4%

Nose: Lovely ripe fruit jumps out of the glass. Orange peal and citrus notes. Soft smoke and a whiff of red wine. Interesting!

Taste: Rich, creamy entry that quickly gives way to a splash of smoke and salt. Red fruit including grapes combined with a mild pepperiness unfolds mid-palate. A bit salty on exit.

Finish: The layers are beginning to unfold. A mild sweetness lingers with this long, pleasant finish. An oaky nuttiness of salty cashews hangs around on the back of the palate.

Rating: This is a very respectable pour. Complex, well rounded, and full of layers. The smoke, fruit, and wine play well together and give this one a nice balance. I'm scoring it a 91.

[Lost Pollito]

Wonderful day of drinking Glenmorangie today. The pride bottling was stunningly good. Artein was equally impressive in my opinion. Astar never disappoints. The 25 and 21 were very tasty as well. Finished with sweet treat of Signet. Malty sweet goodness....the perfect treat. Finished with Ardbeg Corryvreckan, and Uigedaile, and a wonderful Quintessence Grand Marnier. Tough job.... I know. :cool:

Edited July 25, 2012 by Lost Pollito
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