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Best single-malt Scotch...

I have to give credit to Redwiki for the inspiration to start this thread. Yes, certain malts better compliment certain music or certain moods. Of the fifteen or so different malts in my cabinet right now, my favorites are: Aberlour "Antique", similar to the popular Macallan, but not as syrupy; a bit drier, light hearted and less complicated; great with Mozart and Brubeck. Mortlach "Limited Edition" cask strength. Powerful, smoky, mysterious. Great with Bartok, Berg and late 'Trane. Loch Morar 25 yr old. Incredibly complex and intense, with a hint of honey and flowers. Great with Poulenc, Stravinsky and Bill Evans. Any other single-malt aficionados out there?
frogman
guitarplayer
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For me, Macallan 21 year old. Light color and fantastic taste, with a very smooth peaty finish.

For a little less money, the 18 year old is a VERY close second, just not quite as smooth.

For something completely different, the Talisker as mentioned above, is a strong, very peaty, whisky. Nothing else like it!

Depends on your mood, maybe what your listening to. Talisker for Wagner, Macallan for Baroque music?

Regards!
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gliderguider
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For listening to Tom Waits, a nice 8 year old Sheep Dip (a real whisky!)...
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rooze
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The Balvenie 12 Year Old - ...my favorite, and reasonably priced at under $40 a bottle.
i_audo_feel_ya
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Please advise ASAP...
Thanks,
Ophelia
guitarplayer
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Okay, Gliderguider, I had never heard of "Sheep Dip", but I just called and am having the local liquor purveyor try and order me some. They said it should be pretty inexpensive...bonus.

I've got to have some around, if nothing else, just for the name! ;-)

I'll try it with "Swordfishtrombones" as soon as it comes in.

Regards and thanks for turning me on to a new scotch.
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