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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
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akg_ca
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Speyside single malt:

DALLAS DHU 1975

- distilled: 15/08/1975
- bottled: 21/08/2007
- aged 32 years, bourbon barrel;
- cask strength

-- mine was bottle #8 of 189; cask # 1491;

IMO: ambrosia and nirvana ......
lloydelee21
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Wow! sounds amazing. how does it compare with some of the older Speysides like Glenrothes or Macallans? I have had Glenrothes from '85, plus 25, 30-yr Macallans.
unsound
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If you're ever in New York City, may I suggest a visit to Park Avenue liquors, which is now actually on Madison Ave. (292). A fine selection of unusual Scotch whiskies.
lloydelee21
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Thanks Unsound...I have definitely heard of Park Ave Liquors...great reputation. Thanks for reminding many of us!
frogman OP
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Lloydelee, I completely agree about the Macallan 18 vs the 25. I have been saying the same thing for some time and gotten frowns from some friends. I have always felt the 18 is THE ONE.

Recently received a gift of Macallan "cask-strength". No indication as to age. I am a fan of cask strength malts, but while this is interesting and I do enjoy it, I find it surprisingly rough and syrupy even with a couple of drops of water (spring, of course) added to relax things. Disappointing overall.

Far more interesting and one that I never would have guessed I would enjoy as much as I do (given my past experience with non-Scottish single malt whiskies, particularly Japan) is the Amrut "Fusion" from (are you ready?) India! I know , I know.... But, a very interesting malt with lots of spice and chocolate notes. Very reasonably priced too. Recommended!
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