Thursday, January 20, 2011

Best Scotch for the Beginner

Lately, many readers have been asking me on what scotch would I recommend to a person who is exploring scotch for the first time.

As I mentioned in an earlier post, I believe that scotch is an acquired taste.  While the bold and peaty (smoky) flavors of an Islay (for a read up on the various scotch-producing region and their different tastes, click here) scotch such as Laphroaig may interest a seasoned scotch drinker, it may quite simply be too overwhelming for the newcomer.  "Best" is subjective, but I believe a good starter bottle should be high on the ease of drinkability, while still maintaining an interesting flavor profile, all at an affordable entry-level price. 

The scotch that I whole-heartedly recommend to a newcomer is:


The Glenlivet 12 Years. 

The Glenlivet 12 is a single malt scotch from the Speyside region.  While it may not boast some of the complex flavors certain scotch have, it is the consistent and easy-drinking taste that makes The Glenlivet so appealing, giving them the honor of being the best selling single-malt whisky in the United States, as well as the world's second best selling single malt whisky. 

The maturing process takes place in oak casks made from American oak that once contained bourbon, hence giving the scotch a delicious oak and vanilla flavor.  For what it is worth, the Glenlivet 12 is the scotch that Tony Soprano regularly drinks in the show.

The Glenlivet 12 was not my first bottle of scotch (Johnnie Walker Black Label was my first), but it was the bottle that intrigued me enough to explore, and eventually discover my passion for scotch.  Overall, a very pleasing single malt.  The Glenlivet is widely available, and price is very reasonable (approx. $20 - $30ish for a 750ml bottle).
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  1. speakers4uJanuary 20, 2011 at 10:11 PM

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  2. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2011 at 10:19 PM

    That is a good recommendation for someone to get their taste buds acclimated to the joy to drinking a scotch.

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  3. BobbyJanuary 20, 2011 at 10:52 PM

    Another good one, I'll try it next time.

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  4. SkimJimJanuary 20, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    i swear this tastes like dr. pepper

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  5. thegoldenchildJanuary 20, 2011 at 10:59 PM

    sweet. gonna give this a try.

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  6. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    Thanks for this read...goign to try when i'm 21.

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  7. rackpack22January 20, 2011 at 11:01 PM

    sorry brah il get back at you reps if i dont

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  8. Lose Fat RapidlyJanuary 20, 2011 at 11:08 PM

    No more alcoholic drinks for me for a while. CUTTING FTL.

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  9. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    I;m going to turn 21 on Feb 1st....might have to try this out :)

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  10. Aaron The BaronJanuary 20, 2011 at 11:25 PM

    i'm not 21 just yet but... i think i'll definitely try some scotch just for you man ;)

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  11. JordanJanuary 20, 2011 at 11:30 PM

    gonna try this thanks mate

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  12. HumblenoodleJanuary 21, 2011 at 12:01 AM

    thx alot gonna try it for the weekend

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  13. ( ._.)January 21, 2011 at 12:05 AM

    Nice, might have to pick up a bottle soon

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  14. hwidmanJanuary 21, 2011 at 12:11 AM

    will have to try this out. Just started on my liquor collection.

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  15. AnonymousJanuary 21, 2011 at 12:15 AM

    He's not a much of a drinker but I'm going to give this as a gift to a friend!

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  16. GnoJanuary 21, 2011 at 12:17 AM

    Never had scotch before, so I will have to give this a try.

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  17. mark2k8January 21, 2011 at 12:24 AM

    Suck a classy blog. Always thought of scotch as a classy drink

    Stay thirsty my friends

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  18. thegoldenchildJanuary 21, 2011 at 12:30 AM

    stay thirsty indeed

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  19. Das Auto!January 21, 2011 at 12:47 AM

    Well I've been wanting to get into scotch for a while now, so I appreciate the beginners recommendation. I'll probably pick this up this weekend.. and if i do, i'll come back and let you know my impression

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  20. MKDJanuary 21, 2011 at 1:06 AM

    Good review, keep em coming :)

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  21. AnonymousJanuary 21, 2011 at 1:43 AM

    I'll be sure to pick up a bottle.

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  22. NicholasJanuary 21, 2011 at 3:07 AM

    My dad has a few old ones he busts out when his old friends come over. Pretty good if i do say

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  23. The Game Store GuyJanuary 21, 2011 at 3:08 AM

    Glenlivit, good choice. I don't even know what to say here the you haven't.

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  24. Zen KitisookJanuary 21, 2011 at 4:32 AM

    That Glenlivit looks like a great scotch, cheap and great tasting. I'll definetly go and buy it one day.

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  25. WeightLossGuruJanuary 21, 2011 at 6:23 AM

    Very nice

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  26. BrightviewJanuary 21, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    I've actually never drank scotch before. I might have to give it a try.

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  27. C-SquaredJanuary 21, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    LOL I don't comment, I click ads, which nobody seems to do on mine! ;P

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  28. GDJanuary 21, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    Love a nice scotch at the end of a long day..aaahhhhh

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  29. Zen18BrahJanuary 21, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    I've never tried this. May have to soon if I can find it.

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  30. SkylerJanuary 21, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    Would love to try this scotch

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  31. ChrisJanuary 21, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    Sounds tasty. Haven't tried scotch yet... Might give this one a try...
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  32. RawrJanuary 21, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    Yummy! :D

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  33. Toast BurntJanuary 21, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    Too bad you can't get paid as a salesman for these guys! You do make it sound good, and I'll consider getting a bottle after work.

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  34. JaredJanuary 21, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    I will look into said scotch, thanks

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  35. Come At Me BroJanuary 21, 2011 at 3:40 PM

    I need some!

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  36. watchmanJanuary 21, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    how would you rate glenlivet vs macallans?

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  37. JordanJanuary 21, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    i look forward to trying this one day thanks for the post!

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  38. Jigga69January 21, 2011 at 5:32 PM

    I was drinking Glenlivet a couple days ago. Def a good start for anyone wanting to get into scoth, or just to enjoy by anyone

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  39. DooJanuary 21, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    It ain't even too expensive! cool!

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  40. Particle ManJanuary 21, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    What a great choice for someone starting out, I agree that scotch has some of the best and deepest flavors of any other liquor, thanks for the great post!.

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  41. SomeoneJanuary 21, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    this looks like it would make my tummy do backflips nstuff

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  42. ericsJanuary 21, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    thanks for the recommendation. i usually stick to black label but i will definitely give this a try for a change.

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  43. The Dynamic TrendJanuary 21, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    I wish I could drink. My liver is pretty weak.

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  44. Major MackJanuary 21, 2011 at 10:17 PM

    nice call. this is a good post

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  45. IsaacJanuary 21, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    Where do they sell this at?

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  46. thegoldenchildJanuary 21, 2011 at 11:26 PM

    wish i could be drinking right now =((.


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  48. brotosteroneJanuary 22, 2011 at 3:04 PM

    Will try this bro

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  49. ArcitaJanuary 22, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    nice. this is what i need. thanks brah

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  50. JBoichatDecember 14, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    would love to know where to get a bottle for $20-30ish, never seen it close to that price.

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  51. ray irwinJanuary 25, 2012 at 7:16 PM

    Guess it depends on the location. Just picked up my first bottle here in Virginia for $40.

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  52. StevMay 15, 2013 at 5:32 AM

    I think you can also try Dewar’s because it’s best for beginners, especially 12 years old Single malt whisky.

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