5 Scotches you NEED!

[@DileepB]

The Uigeadail costs much more than $30-35, but worth the $80 price. Good choices overall.

[@americanmonster8342]

Yeah I was like ...I wish 😂 🍻 cheers

[@MrSebastiananthony]

My Friday night pour is Ardbeg 10

[@slbdrinks]

That’s an awesome choice and is on my shelf!

[@todd0864]

I love that stuff now.

[@treytison1444]

I enjoy Ardbeg 5, 10, Uigeadail, and An Oa. Uiegeadail has the most range of flavors though. 5 and 10 are smokier than An Oa but An Oa has a bit more of the salty iodine and almost minty taste with some weird stuff mixed in but it's still good. An Oa to me is more leaning towards the Laphroaig taste.

[@phraktl]

Ardbeg 10 is hands down the best dollar-to-quality ratio scotch there is - no matter the region - in my opinion.

[@phraktl]

@@treytison1444 the Wee Beastie makes a great smokey cokey. It's $35-ish here in North DFW. Cheap enough that you don't feel bad drinking it with coke on a hot day.

[@cloudbudget]

Thanks for doing Scotch!!! Your list is fantastic! Wonderful descriptions . I think both Monkey Shoulder and Naked Grouse are Pure Malts, basically blended malts, so no grain whisky in there. Johnny Walker Green is also a Pure Malt. In Scotland Islay is pronounced I-Luh or Eye-La.

[@doctormorgan5353]

I see someone mentioned Islay is pronounced eye-luh, but hoping to be helpful: It's also Oog-uh-doll for that Ardbeg offering, and Bunna-hah-ven (Some Scots say it as SLB says it here, but the Gaelic bh is a v sound). Thanks for the rec on the Dalmore, btw. Right now my special occasion is a blend called the Sassenach (rec'd on a podcast, and I love it) but the Dalmore sounds right impressive.

[@slbdrinks]

Thanks for the corrections. So many nuances to learn and understand with scotch. Thanks so much for your knowledge!

[@lyndowling8179]

Thank you!

[@christopherpickles7541]

We share an experience with the Ardbeg, my wife couldn't stand to be in the same room if I was drinking it. I found that Caol Ila made for a mutually acceptable compromise.

[@slbdrinks]

Exactly the same lol! I have just recently tried Coal ila and I do find it to be a bit subdued to the heavily peated whiskeys. Excellent compromise!

[@customer9845]

Naked Grouse has been rebranded as Naked Malts. I guess they wanted to disassociate with the grouse brand. Same exact blend and just as yummy.

[@MrSwedjen]

My 5 bottles are Lagavulin 16.

[@slbdrinks]

Hahaha! Love it!

[@ChuloDavidcito]

Great review! We went on a binge yesterday, and one was the Bruichladdich. WOW! Intense and delicious! And I'm one of those peaty people, and it's good to branch out. You rock! 🥃

[@slbdrinks]

Thanks my friend! Really glad you enjoyed it!

[@Corndog4382]

I'm a lucky man, my girlfriend loves peated Islay scotches

[@slbdrinks]

Wow you are lucky lol! Wouldn’t think there would be a lot of ladies lined up for a peated whisky..

[@Corndog4382]

I think your Ardbeg price is off by about a factor of 2. Ive never ever seen it for less than $60, let alone $30-35. Nevertheless, Great video. My Friday night is Lagavulin 16, and Laphroaig 10 as my daily.

[@slbdrinks]

You are correct. Unfortunately we did not catch that error in editing. I pay bout 80.00 in my area for Uigeadail. I really like your choices as well!

[@leemiller8258]

Does whiskey have a shelflife? Once you open the bottle, how long will it last?

[@slbdrinks]

I am not a scholar on this subject but what I can tell you is I have several bottles that have been open for 3-4 yrs and I can’t tell a difference.

[@deanc8077]

I'm a big scotch drinker have had both Ardbeg and Dalmore but neither are staples in my cabinet. Will have to revisit these two offerings. Right now my impress your guest is a 20 year McCallum. Daily drinker Oban. Love the Balvenie Carribean and their Double Wood. So many options in Scotch with a broad spectrum of flavor profiles.

[@slbdrinks]

So correct as far has options. Seems limitless sometimes. Thanks for your input.

[@dong8307]

I’m a big Oban fan as well. Also really like Talisker.

[@justme-sd6ye]

Oban 14 is my favorite so far. Still searching Scotland's offerings for something comparable that is less expensive - I have to fit it in the budget. Aberfeldy single malt is pretty good for the price.

[@slbdrinks]

Great choices!

[@gg70000]

Rock solid choices down the line! FTR: My daily drinker these days is Deanston 12, but, man, the Classic Laddie is a beautiful dram. Bunnahabhain 18 to impress your guests? No brainer. That's a gorgeous juice.

[@justal4844]

That's a lot of whisk(e)y for a regular guy and five years! Glad you found a fulfilling hobby. I've got my lineup and it's limited to about 10 bottles. Nice post !

[@slbdrinks]

Nothing wrong with that at all! I kind of went nuts first couple yrs after we built out the bar in the basement LOL. My wife said I was obsessed which was probably true. Nowadays I only have a few each year I look for and maintain my favorites. Thanks for your comment! Much appreciated.

[@TMats100]

I am decidedly not a regular Scotch drinker at all, but I’ve come to really appreciate Oban 14.

[@tomz6594]

Bunnahabhain is a staple in my whiskey cabinet. Most of my favorite scotches are sherry cask influenced highland single malts. Glenfarclas, Glenallachie, Tamdhu, Glendronach, Aberlour, etc.

[@slbdrinks]

Agreed! All fantastic choices!

[@balkthor]

I know it's not a sherry cask but if you like these particular distilleries, check out the Balvenie 14 year caribbean cask. It's rum rather than sherry so it's definitely different, but 3 you've listed are also permanent fixtures on my shelf.

[@NothingMaster]

You keep reminding us, in your modest ways, that you’re not a whiskey expert/specialist, but your videos are incredibly informative and your whiskey knowledge and insights are commendable. Above all, I really like your comprehensive approach to what’s available on the whiskey scene, and the practical categories in which you present the products.

[@slbdrinks]

Thank you I really appreciate that! Thanks for taking this journey with us!

[@NothingMaster]

@@slbdrinks You’re most welcome. The least we could do is support you in some small way with your wonderfully informative presentations and hard work.

[@ps-ri2qk]

Talisker 10, Lagavullin 16, Ardbeg 10, Oban 14 and Glenlivet 12. Of course, zillions more :) Most of those are too sweet for my palate, but I do like regular and peated.

[@slbdrinks]

All great choices!

[@SaltyCuban]

You have the Uigeadail listed as a $30-35 bottle. I’m certain that is not correct. It retails for about $80-100. That said, great list, only I would switch the Dalmore to impress the guest and the Bunnah as a special occasion.

[@slbdrinks]

Ya that was completely my bad and did not catch it before Trent finished the editing. Can’t go wrong with that Bunnahabhain for sure!

[@ct9737]

I was just going to agree with you, I just bought a bottle for 82.00 and that was the lowest price here in Syracuse

[@thomasmeadors6548]

Haven't tried any of the Scotch Whiskeys you have mentioned but I am just getting into Scotch now so there is plenty of time. I have only tried Johnnie Walker atm. Will surely try some others before I am done and hopefully some you mentioned here.

[@slbdrinks]

Fantastic! Enjoy!

[@chuckandrews5339]

You don't have to buy a high priced single malt to enjoy Scotch. There are numerous blended Scotches out there that are great around $30-$50.00

[@marvinwilks5893]

In my World Scotch has always be considered a "Old Man Drink" And Now at 67 I'm drinking JW Red, Tomorrow I'm headed to Total Wine to add a 750ml of Monkey Shoulders also OGD 100 (Bonded) & Wild Turkey 101 got that EW BnB already for the "Trifecta" 5-Bottle Bar: 3 Bourbons 2 Scotchs. I have 300+ HandRolled Cigars to pair up with InDaCoffee or InCocktails 8:34

[@jjbird8809]

Best cheap mixer - Johnny Walker double black

[@whiteleghorn6835]

Where is uegidael at for $30-35 just dropped to $60 in Ohio after being mid $70

[@Oldfatbastard57]

I recently bought one for $40 in southeast Mass. I find that Bourbon prices are fairly consistent while single malts are all over the place

[@karolis112assassin]

In my country uegidael is 100 usd. I thought to buy it but instead i bought in July and August 2 bottles of Bushmills 21 154 each 1 bottle Glendronach 21 parliament 183 2 bottles of Dalmore King Alexander III 190 each 1 bottle J.Walker blue label 191 3 bottles Bruichladdich black art 4.1 280 usd each 1 sprigbank 10 for 50 1 longmorn 16 for 100 My wallet is crying

[@OldScratch81]

Tommy Chong is the reason i smoke weed and Richard Paterson is the reason I drink whiskey

[@The-Whiskey-Journey]

My Daily Drinker is Johnnie Walker Black, Mixer is Monkey Shoulder, Friday Night Pour is Lagavulin 16, Impress a Guest I agree with the Bunnie 18, and last but far from least Special Occasion is Glenlivet 21 Archive

[@bmacy1028]

Daily Drinker - Glenfiddich 15, Mixer- Monkey Shoulder, Friday night pour - Ardbeg 10 or Balvenie Doublewood 12 year, Impress your guest - Glenfiddich 18, Special occasion - Glenmorangie Signet

[@slbdrinks]

Ahhh the signet! Marvelous pour! Very impressive lineup!

[@kaytod]

Auchentoshan Three Wood is very nice. ( Scotch not from Scotland. Stranahan's Diamond Peak ) Both are moderately priced. Give them a try. Your mileage may vary.

[@slbdrinks]

Thanks for the recommendations! Trent has a Stranahan bottle that I like a lot. I will try to find the Diamond Peak.

[@albertoruiz6037]

I’m a rum drinker and just had Wild Turkey 101 after watching your Bourbon video with an awesome cigar and I can’t tell you I’m now in love with Bourbon! Thank you I’m now on a journey to seek out other bourbons.

[@brmicmatthews8398]

I just got home a few hours ago and I stopped by the liquor store. I bought the Bunnahabhain 12 year, not the 18 you recommended. I’m amazed with the taste. I’m a bourbon guy but this just pulled me into scotch for sure. Since I love it, what would you recommend to me that is along the same lines as Bunnahabhain?

[@slbdrinks]

Wow such good choices to get into scotch! Hard to top that but I would try Glendronach or Glenmorangie if you are new to scotch. The Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban is fantastic! Balvenie has some nice offerings as well.

[@brmicmatthews8398]

@@slbdrinks appreciate it. Gonna buy the 18 year for sure next.

[@suz0000]

Just tried the 12 as well and it’s excellent.

[@paradiswest4395]

I'm new to your channel and I am enjoying it very much. I appreciate that your not a "whiskey snob" and quite humble. Your background music makes me want to grab a fine cigar and a Glenfiddich. Cheers 🍸 Edit: Question, I have a house warming party to attend for a friend , yours thoughts on a sub $100 scotch?

[@slbdrinks]

I am currently enamored with the Glenallachie 12 yr. For 60 bucks or so it is beautiful!

[@ernestclayton8550]

J&B , Monkey Shoulder , Naked Grouse , Balvenie double wood , Glenfiddich 18. Cheer's. Ps.....Lagavulin 9.

[@slbdrinks]

Thanks so much for the great pics!

[@andrewevans8723]

Great advice, I will start to track them down. Great videos, thank you from the UK.

[@slbdrinks]

Appreciate you!

[@PolPotsPieHole]

What good is a non peated Islay? to each their own,lol

[@slbdrinks]

I do like a good peated whisky!

[@ericamiles2641]

Hey Kurt if you don’t have Highland Park in your bar you should pick some up. It would be my Friday night pour hands down.

[@benharris4709]

First time I tried Ardbeg I thought it was finished in 1973 Buick ashtray. Actually enjoy it now.

[@slbdrinks]

Lol I was the same way!!

[@Crankycurmudgeon1320]

I am still that way. Bought a bottle 15 years ago. Still have it. Pull it out from time to time just to revisit. Nope! LOL.

[@phraktl]

Hahahahahaha! Laphroaig 10 was my gateway drug. Ardbeg was the second Islay scotch I tried. Honestly, it was the look of the packaging and the price point. It did not disappoint. I've been a fan almost 15 years later. I keep it stocked deep.

[@Bergkampgunner]

Nice lineup and review! I love the distiller app as well. Very helpful It’s pronounced Eye-luh not Is-lay or eye-lay. Love that most of your selections are from there tho! That’s about 70-80% of my scotch collection. Where are you getting Uige for $30-35?!? That’s closer to $70 near me. I’d buy the shelf if you see that again!

[@slbdrinks]

Ya those were the 2 mistakes made on this video. I knew Eye-lug but came out Islay. Uigeadail is 70 all day here as well. My bad but sure appreciate your input! I have alway said I can use all the help I can get!

[@jcuencs117aolcom]

I was going to ask where you were located that you can get the Uigeadail for $30-35! I’m in NY and you’re lucky to find one for $70 usually goes for $80-$100. I was ready to do a road trip to your area and stock up lol. Thanks for the update and video

[@AlexMielnik]

About $90.00 here in Oregon...thanks for the clarification.

[@donnerundblitzen1717]

Bruichladdich is "cost effective?" Last time I checked, I can buy more than two 30 packs of beer for the price of a 25 and a third ounce (750 ml) of "cost effecticve" Bruichladdich! I can buy two 750 ml Wild Turkey 101s and a twelve pack of Bud at Total wine for the $60 for what this 25 ounce bottle of scotch will cost me. Calling this stuff "cost effective" is ever so much cost effective BS. Of course, you have the cost of a world cruise luxury liner adventure in plain view behind you with the hundreds of bottles you have on display. I guess that makes you an expert on "cost effective" living. The truth is, if you have a couple of drinks of this stuff every day an individual will need to buy at least two bottles per month and a couple can double this. And if you have friends over........ Just to keep the 750 ml size in context, 1.5 half liter bottles of coca cola = 750 ml. It is about as much pop as 711 puts in their big gulps. Someone with a drinking problem and going thru a fifth a day or so will go to the poor house while being "cost effective."

[@slbdrinks]

Well for one I never have intentions of discussing any alcohol purchases with someone who drinks as much as you describe. That sounds to me like someone who truly does have a drinking problem. I hate beer and this is a spirit driven channel so that pricing logic doesn’t equate to the conversation. You noting WT 101 yes I can agree there and you can buy 2 for 1 if the Bruichladdich mentioned in this video BUT WT is a bourbon and not a scotch. For single malt scotch drinkers this Bruichladdich is actually an efficient purchase. Appreciate your input though.

[@jackimyers9364]

Grouse is the most widely sold Scotch in Scotland. Good stuff.

[@slbdrinks]

It is! I feel it’s very underrated around here.

[@greggzel5662]

Great video. Enjoy your take, not a pompous ass like some. I’m a regular guy and prefer to hear from same. Keep it up!

[@slbdrinks]

That is absolutely me. I will admit when wrong and give honest opinions. Love this group, learning a lot from everyone!

[@sirarrowmen]

Ardbeg UG is def not $35 dollars please tell me where you are buying it so i can stock up for the winter!!!!!! Nah for real this is an 80-90 dollar bottle not sure where that number you said came from.

[@slbdrinks]

I wish! Unfortunately that was a mistake and wasn’t caught during editing. I pay exactly the same 80-90 here as well. Sorry for the confusion.

[@gkuetemeier]

The Dalmore King Alexander III runs $330 in VA, still think it's worth it at that price for a relatively novice Scotch drinker?

[@slbdrinks]

It’s a beautiful dram in my opinion!

[@orlybriceno]

Very good video, awesome bar! when I saw then green bottle for Friday night pour I thought it was going to be Ardbeg 10, I am super impressed where can you get uigeadail in the $30? In OH is $75 Keep up the good work, cheers!

[@slbdrinks]

Thank you for your kind comments! My mistake if I said 30.00 for that bottle. It is def 75.00 all day long here as well (NW Indiana) but darn worth it!

[@sommjuan9227]

Ardbeg Uigeadail for $30-35? where??? I will buy cases lol, pretty good line up, I have all of those at home and couldn't agree more

[@slbdrinks]

Sad to say but I screwed that up or else I would have bought a case to! 80-90 here. We didn’t catch the mistake in editing so that’s my bad.

[@LVbibby]

Your local prices are fantastic congrats!

[@jaktochgemenskap]

Great content, but please set the focus to manuell, the focushunting is irritating.

[@slbdrinks]

Appreciate your help with that. We have done much better past this video.

[@medhead964]

couple things.... eye-luh, not eye-lay... and it's pronounced oog-dahl, not you-ga-dahl.

[@slbdrinks]

Ya that was my early days with scotch. Still learning but have come a long way. Appreciate the correction!

[@Whydoidrive4267]

Ardbeg Uige for $35? Where do you live??? In NC I've only ever seen it up there with the 10 year at $70-80

[@slbdrinks]

No, that was a mistake we didn’t catch during editing. 80.00 or so here. I wish 35.00!!

[@petebigner151]

God knows I have tried scotch on numerous occasions and I just don't get it! Sorry, I know I sound slanderous to some but I just can't seem to acquire the taste. I'll stick with Bourbon!

[@slbdrinks]

Hey nothing wrong with that! Trent has tried numerous scotch and hasn’t found one he has liked yet! I have never been able to drink coffee 🤢.

[@darrenkoglin3423]

The nicest whiskey I've drank so far in my short drinking life (whisky drinking of around 25ys)im 55yrs old is Slow&Low (Rock&Rye)

[@slbdrinks]

I need to try that!

[@ScotchontheBayou]

Solid list! Love that you have three Islay malts! Slainte y'all! 🥃

[@slbdrinks]

Thank you!

[@Mark-xg8ug]

That is a fantastic collection!! Well done, Sir!

[@slbdrinks]

Thanks brother! Appreciate it!

[@Judah98]

It's funny you talked about monkey shoulder. I tried it a couple of years ago. NEVER AGAIN! Just horrible. Maybe I should have used it as a mixer, but I like my scotch's neat. 🥃

[@slbdrinks]

Would have to agree that I would never chose MS to drink neat. It does provide a pretty good mixer though for cocktails.

[@josephmyatt2412]

Old Pulteney 12 very nice slight saltiness and Arran Robert Burns nice caramel butterscotch . Burns quite reasonably priced.

[@slbdrinks]

Thank you for the recommendations!

[@uawsux]

your guests will be impressed at how much money you can spend so that they could taste taste dirt...

[@slbdrinks]

Lol I take it you don’t like scotch.

[@kellywellington7122]

My heart bleeds for your selection process...Heh. I have a couple of 'impress the guests' that I've stumbled across. The first is Auchentoshan Three Wood and the second is Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban 14 year. The Scotch I'd love to be able to make my daily drink is Highland Park's Einar. I picked up my bottle at the Duty Free Shop in Heathrow on my way home. The problem is, I've never seen it here on the west coast....well, at least the OLCC does not list it, so it ain't available in my state....such a shame. For years, my daily drink has been Glenfiddich, which runs about about half the cost of the others I've listed. I don't mix Scotch, so I don't need a cheap mixer. I also have been resistant to spending more than $50 a bottle, but have had to relent to get the good single malts. I'll have to try the Classic Laddy for comparison.

[@slbdrinks]

Love the Quinta Ruban! I have the 12 yr but soon that will be gone and will get the 14. Never heard of the Elnar but would love to try it!

[@kellywellington7122]

@@slbdrinks The Einar has all the notes of a decent Highland/Speyside tot, (or one of their own products) but there is a lovely light smoke aftertaste that leaves the drinker with a nice warm glow. Like sitting around the campfire. I'm not a big fan of the heavily peated whiskies, but Highland Park has done an excellent job with Einar.

[@samuelrodriguez6707]

There are 2 budget scotches that I love as everyday drinkers AND mixers….White Horse and Teacher’s Highland Cream. I know Monkey Shoulder gets a lot of hype…but I think White Horse and Teacher’s Highland Cream (especially White Horse) are both superior and literally half the price. Gotta try them, i promise you’ll be surprised.

[@slbdrinks]

Have never heard of White Horse. I did come across the Teachers a few days ago. They only had it in the big bottles or else I would have gotten one.

[@phraktl]

Firstly, enjoying your content. Secondly, if you haven't tried it and can even find it these days, Lagavulin 16 is a great impress-your-guests choice.

[@slbdrinks]

Yes it is! Prince of Islay whisky!

[@timdunfee1090]

I drink Dewars double aged white label and when guest are visiting Dewars double double aged 32 year do a review on them and I would like to know what you think sir

[@slbdrinks]

Appreciate the recommendation!

[@whiskeygrunt772]

I like all your choices, they show a good variety of styles. I would only argue with Dalmore, and I'll tell you why. Ralfy likes to say for a true "craft" presentation, a Single malt should have 3 things. NCF, no added coloring, 46%. Dalmore fails all 3. That being said, I'm sure the whiskey is fine. I also listed some of my options below. Hope you check out Glengoyne if you haven't. I don't actually mix scotch so don't have a cheap mixer. Daily drinker varies, but I am a huge Glengoyne fan and their 12yo is only $40 or so. Old Pulteney 12 would be another good choice. Friday night pour I would go with anything from Clynelish, usually the 14yo, unfortunately, the price went way up with the tariff and hasn't recovered. Impress your guest I would go with Springbank 12 CS. Springbank is a spectacular craft distillery and the 12 CS is a sherry bomb. Special occasion for me would be Glengoyne 21yo. Glengoyne was one of the best values in single malts and I was getting the 21yo for $140. Sadly I see that has changed as well. Cheers

[@slbdrinks]

Really good thought out comment! Ralfy has an immense knowledge of scotch whisky and I completely respect that. Your choices sound fantastic! A few I have had but I really need to get that Springbank 12 cs. Thanks for your input, much appreciated!

[@robertmurray4485]

I haven't had scotch in years.

[@mikeeeeee555]

Who’s buying ardbeg uigeadail for $30-35!?

[@slbdrinks]

Not me buddy. Unfortunately that was a mistake we did not catch in editing. I pay 80+ here. Sorry bout that.

[@DMBall]

A "sepcial" occasion. Looks like the product got into the caption machine.

[@slbdrinks]

Uh oh, looks like we had an editing screw up. I had to go back and check. I didn’t see that before.

[@mikelund57]

Yea a normal guy.. a normal Rich guy with a bar in his basement..

[@slbdrinks]

Definitely not rich my friend but I do work a lot. After the rough times of 2008-09 I worked 2 full time jobs for 10.5 yrs and just resigned one of them this past July. When I refer to myself as a normal guy in this channel I am self proclaiming that I am not a pro or genius in the whiskey world. Just an every day person who has a passion for whiskey, spirits, and cocktails! Thanks for checking in, hope you and your family are well and happy!

[@jdraven0890]

Hahaha, my first peated scotch was a Laphroaig 10. I absolutely hated it. Was like drinking a campfire. Bought a Hakushu 12 without realizing it was peated. Years later, I've developed a taste for it. I just opened a Glen Moray peated and love it.

[@slbdrinks]

You and I have a very similar story! I hated my first sip of peated whisky also! Now, I really enjoy a pour!

[@alexanderagapov3461]

My friday pour is Dalmore 12 so tasty !

[@94jmbottaro]

I'd switch the special occasion Dalmore with an Octomore. I just love Peat

[@slbdrinks]

Octomore is a special bottle for sure! Peat down and dirty!! Good choice

[@driftwood9098]

NO WAY you got Uigeadail for 30-35 bucks. ARE YOU SERIOUS? It's always been at least 80 bucks for the past few years here in Kansas. Where the hell are you getting Uigy for 35 dollars?

[@slbdrinks]

Unfortunately no. That was an editing error we did not catch. It’s 80-85.00 in our area. Sorry bout that.

[@driftwood9098]

@@slbdrinks it's ok. What's your take on Bruichladdie Port Charlotte?

[@philkinzer6486]

Ardbeg Uigeadail for $30 - 35? More like $70-80.

[@slbdrinks]

That’s our bad 😕. We pay the same for Uigeadail. Unfortunately the mistake was not caught during editing. My apologies.

[@NotUrGuru]

I think you messed up. I know prices vary but Uigaedail in almost universally $90+ unless you’re in the UK. Trust me I wish it was $30 or I’d keep 3-4 bottles on deck

[@michaeld.7124]

Enjoyed your video. Stumbled onto your channel and subscribed after seeing your rec's. I think we have similar preferences, and I appreciate your humble honesty. Don't see Bunnahabhain mentioned too frequently, but it's one of my favorites. I have the 12, 18 and 25 and love them all for different reasons. The 25Y is hard to drink without having an urge to see if I may have lost my wallet though, so I probably wont' buy it again.

[@slbdrinks]

There has to be whiskeys that cost a bunch but are delicious that are one time purchases. Would love to try the 25 yr, awesome! I have the 12 and 18 yr.

[@danielthomason5685]

Brucladdie is the best...the Distiller that schooles them all...

[@slbdrinks]

So good!

[@Avalk9724]

I think you should try Loch Lomond 18 y.o. It has excellent balance. And it is quite inexpensive for such an old single malt

[@slbdrinks]

I would love to try it! Unfortunately there is just not a great scotch selection in my area but I will keep an eye out for it!

[@Robert.Sheard]

You got Ardbeg Ugie for $35? It's a $90 bottle here. Wow.

[@slbdrinks]

No, unfortunately that was a mistake we did not catch. I wish lol! Bout 80.00 around here. My apologies.

[@Robert.Sheard]

@@slbdrinks No apology necessary. I was just about to schedule a road trip up there to load up! 😂

[@gruhl6122]

I just found your channel a few days ago and I'm enjoying it. I've tried Famous Grouse and was not impressed, and I have Monkey Shoulder now for a non-smoky mixer, but I think I'm going to have to try the Naked Grouse next time, sounds interesting. Where did you find Uigeadail for $30 - 35, though? I agree it's a good scotch, but it's more like $75 everywhere I've ever seen it.

[@slbdrinks]

Unfortunately that was my mistake and we didn’t catch it during editing 😕. 70-80 here all day long. Sorry bout that.

[@xmacd]

I was with you until Dalmore. You can do better.

[@slbdrinks]

So I have heard from others. Thank you for your input!

[@allanmcintyre7096]

Islay is pronounced EYELA!

[@slbdrinks]

Ya that def came out wrong! Current videos are correct but somehow I screwed it up on this vid. Thanks for the correction!

[@jimmybirtles3800]

Try a Talisker. The best tip from someone who knows.

[@slbdrinks]

Appreciate the recommendation!

[@flamingmoe1805]

Regular pour, Macallan 12. Friday pour, Balvenie doublewood. Special occasions, king alexander. Day i pay off my mortgage, 30 year Glenrothes AND my 30 year Balvenie

[@slbdrinks]

Hey I think those are great! Paying off the mortgage and those special bottles is something to look forward to!

[@flamingmoe1805]

Older video so I didnt expect a reply. Just your channel and really like it. No snobbishness just regular guy reviews like the rest of us

[@slbdrinks]

Appreciate that!

[@pinetreetemple4611]

Alc is demonic poison beyond every other drug illegal or legal but hey, I’ve got a barrel sauce addiction and you’re a great host.

[@karlstriepe8050]

New to Scotch, and I'm not spending what you're spending, but here's what I'm rocking: Daily Drinker: Monkey Shoulder. Cheap Mixer: J&B mostly but Famous Grouse if the cocktail involves no citrus (J&B with citrus-cocktails always). Friday Nights: Friday nights are peat night with Laphroaig 10-year (the Scotch that hooked to the spirit). Impress a Guest: Lagavulin 16-year (damn, damn, damn!). Special O: Haven't bought it yet; perhaps a Macallan, but I've heard that they're over-rated. Give me suggestions below!

[@slbdrinks]

Honestly, great choices! The only one I haven’t tried is J&B. Lagavulin 16 yr to me is the prince of All Islay scotch in my opinion. Beautiful whiskey! As far as recommendations there are some pretty fabulous 12 yr single malts you can add to your collection without breaking the bank. The first one that comes to mind for me is the Bunnahabhain 12 yr. Really good stuff! My best advice when stepping out on purchases of whiskey you have never tried is be diligent with your research. Add the Distiller app to your phone. That has been an enormous wealth of knowledge for me. It gives you a professional rating plus loads of personal reviews on thousands of whiskeys. Nothing worse than spending good money for a bottle of whiskey just to find out it’s not that good. Thanks for your input, truly appreciated.

[@slbdrinks]

I do not have a Macallan 12 yr but my wife bought me the Macallan 18 yr for Christmas and it’s a dream. If you do venture out for the Macallan 12 yr I would suggest the Sherry oak cask. I have tried the 12 yr double cask and thought it was just ok. Follow your palate though, none of us have the exact same tastes.

[@Texas_Red_01]

I find that I prefer the Speyside single malts first, with the Northern Highlands second. Speaking of Highlands, I agree with you about the Dalmores. :-) But none of the Islay varieties that I've tried have agreed with me.

[@jjs71072]

I absolutely love the Classic Laddie and the Highlandpark 12. Thanks for the video!

[@slbdrinks]

Both are outstanding! Thank you!

[@jakubsamek3069]

Uigeadail was 30$ in the us 2 years ago? I am starting a riot

[@revolvermaster4939]

I just started drinking it last year and I’m paying $90-100!

[@carlj176]

My wife has the same rule with the peaty scotch! LOL

[@slbdrinks]

At least I am not alone!

[@777Dorado]

The smile on your face when pouring the DKA3 said it all....Cheers.🥃

[@jeffmatteson7178]

I'm a new whisky drinker and my first experience was with The Sassenach. I absolutely loved it! It is a blended scotch that won several awards in the US, and was created by the actor, Sam Heughan. I'd be interested in what you think, if you ever happen to get your hands on a bottle.

[@DasHemdchen]

Why should I hit subscribe BEFORE getting any relevant content? I would subscribe afterwards only if I liked the content, and these commands will not contribute to it…

[@thomasblevins1662]

To me….good scotch should taste like burnt rubber, iodine, sea salt and should taste like it should go in your lawnmower. Yeah man!….and I’m serious. However, my special occasion scotch is Glenmorangie Signet. Nectar of the gods….

[@joanbauer1265]

Great video. I put scotch drinkers in two categories-peaties or other. Glad you are slowly liking the good stuff! Classic laddie was my first venture of any scotch and still enjoy. Grants is a great cheap mixer. Again, good info. Slainte

[@slbdrinks]

Thank you! I feel I have so much to learn about scotch but sure enjoying the journey. Really appreciate folks like you who help me along the way!

[@balkthor]

All depends on the mood! I keep bottles of Bunnahabhain and Oban on my shelf right next to Lagavulin and Ardberg. Slainte!

[@jeffbroemmel8003]

Where are you finding Uigeadail for $35? It's $75 for me.

[@slbdrinks]

You can’t, I screwed that up and we didn’t catch it in editing. Bout 80 here. Sorry bout that 🙁

[@jeffbroemmel8003]

@@slbdrinks No worries. Good episode

[@kl6921]

“And whoever is the master blender, this had to be just like a mad scientist that just came out with nothing but beauty in the end.” Best thing I’ve ever heard. They should put that review on the bottle pressed in gold foil. 👌🏻

[@rboysinmt]

Naked Grouse is my mixer Scotch

[@slbdrinks]

Love NG!

[@BillyBombastic]

12.34 my favourite screen grab

[@baronofgreymatter14]

Let me recommend LaDaig 10 year old. Very good. Very approachable. From the Isle of Moll in Scotland. Pronounced Letch ick. I think you will like it

[@lorrybrown]

Well in todays market Naked Grouse and is now Naked Malt. It's changing hands has made not as good In my opinion. And the Uigeaddail is $80 at TW. The Dalmore is up to 280 now at TW. To much for me by a long shot. Well have a good day all. Just a short FYI for ya all.

[@physics2112]

Like or Dislike: Like. Informative and enjoyable.

[@dmitrys.4741]

"I'm just a regular guy.... with 3 or 4 hundred bottles in the basement". Yeah, right 😁

[@slbdrinks]

That’s a fact my friend!

[@dmitrys.4741]

@@slbdrinks Hehe, not every regular guy has a basement, to begin with. Millions live in apartments.

[@slbdrinks]

When I refer to regular guy I am associating that reference to personality, care for others, family, faults, not perfect, never put myself above anyone. Things like that. Just because I have worked really hard (carried 2 full time jobs for 10.5 yrs) during my lifetime (58 yrs old now) and have a decent house with a nice liquor collection shouldn’t automatically put me out of the regular guy category.

[@Chevyguy93]

Have a King Alexander 3 coming in the mail

[@slbdrinks]

Wow awesome! Hope you enjoy it!

[@paulhuck7533]

Nothing from Speyside?

[@slbdrinks]

Would have loved to include a Speyside scotch! Unfortunately, takes time to build up a collection. Hoping to do more soon!

[@jeromeleesang942]

I like the Dalmore cigar malt (180 is) over the Alexander but each to his own. The new Balvine cask and character al beit a bit pricey with the new master distiller is wonderful.