Whisk(e)y Lovers thread

[The_Mowgs]

Tell me what u think of the Auchy, my opinion is that triple distilled whisky is a bit muted in flavours.

Will do

 

[morkhans]

Tell me what u think of the Auchy, my opinion is that triple distilled whisky is a bit muted in flavours.

Going to a tasting end of the month, so will find out.

 

[DramBuddy]

Going to a tasting end of the month, so will find out.

I saw it advertised on aficionados. Tasting opportunities have dried up in jhb. Next one would be whisky live in November.

 

[The_Mowgs]

I saw it advertised on aficionados. Tasting opportunities have dried up in jhb. Next one would be whisky live in November.

I am definitely going to the next whisky live in Cape Town, will NOT miss it again.

 

[DramBuddy]

I've decided to finish of some bottles before I open any new bottles. Here's some that's been finished, last 2 of the right are the next kills.

 

[DramBuddy]

I am definitely going to the next whisky live in Cape Town, will NOT miss it again.

When the Whisky Live in Cape Town scheduled? I rate the Wade Bales Wine and Whisky Affair much better than Whisky Live. The Wade Bales is usually in May.

 

[Spizz]

When the Whisky Live in Cape Town scheduled? I rate the Wade Bales Wine and Whisky Affair much better than Whisky Live. The Wade Bales is usually in May.

Whisky Live CT was in April this year. It was a great night.

 

[DramBuddy]

Whisky Live CT was in April this year. It was a great night.

That's a long time to wait for the next one. Try out the Wade Bales as well and compare. U get to meet brand ambassadors, there's no coupons/tickets, much better whisky on offer and the under-the-counter whiskies are really special.

 

[Spizz]

That's a long time to wait for the next one. Try out the Wade Bales as well and compare. U get to meet brand ambassadors, there's no coupons/tickets, much better whisky on offer and the under-the-counter whiskies are really special.

I've never heard of it until now. Thanks for the tip, I'll keep it in mind for next year.

 

[The_Mowgs]

When the Whisky Live in Cape Town scheduled? I rate the Wade Bales Wine and Whisky Affair much better than Whisky Live. The Wade Bales is usually in May.

The date for 2017 has not been set yet but will have a look at the Wade Bales thanks.

 

[DramBuddy]

The date for 2017 has not been set yet but will have a look at the Wade Bales thanks.

The date will only be set some time in April, usually about 3-4 weeks before the event.

 

[The_Mowgs]

The date will only be set some time in April, usually about 3-4 weeks before the event.

Thanks, will set a reminder for April

 

[SlowInternet]

Today I bought myself a bottle of Lagavulin 16 yr. Will try it out tonight.

 

[The_Mowgs]

Today I bought myself a bottle of Lagavulin 16 yr. Will try it out tonight.

Sjoe, very nice!

 

[DramBuddy]

Today I bought myself a bottle of Lagavulin 16 yr. Will try it out tonight.

Having the benefit of tasting the Lagavulin 16 and the Ardbeg Uigeadail my personal choice would be the Ardbeg. The combination of sherried peat and cask strength(54% Abv) makes it a better choice over the Lagavulin(for me). I don't mean to berate your choice, I'm just wondering why people choose Laughlin over the Ardbeg.

 

[SlowInternet]

Having the benefit of tasting the Lagavulin 16 and the Ardbeg Uigeadail my personal choice would be the Ardbeg. The combination of sherried peat and cask strength(54% Abv) makes it a better choice over the Lagavulin(for me). I don't mean to berate your choice, I'm just wondering why people choose Laughlin over the Ardbeg.

I have never tasted Ardbeg so I cannot comment.

 

[SlowInternet]

So I tried the Lagavulin. The smoky smell is strong. Taste is smokey and woody with some sweetness, might be some fruits. The smoky taste is not overpowering. I'm actually surprised with this whisky.

 

[DramBuddy]

I have never tasted Ardbeg so I cannot comment.

So I guess your choice came down to a combination of marketing/availability/word of mouth? You should try some laphroig or ardbeg if you ever have a chance.

 

[SlowInternet]

So I guess your choice came down to a combination of marketing/availability/word of mouth? You should try some laphroig or ardbeg if you ever have a chance.

Word of mouth. My son loves his whisky and he suggested that I try it. His words were "One of the best whiskies I have ever had" He was the 2nd person that suggested it to me. When I get the opportunity I will try the others.

 

[DramBuddy]

Word of mouth. My son loves his whisky and he suggested that I try it. His words were "One of the best whiskies I have ever had" He was the 2nd person that suggested it to me. When I get the opportunity I will try the others.

Well your son had steered you in the right direction. If you can make the whisky live in November I think Diageo might have the Lagavulin 12 available for testing. Quite a hefty 58% Abv for the Lagavulin 12.