The Glenlivet

**SouthernScot** · 12th October 05, 09:32 AM

I agree with previous assessments of blended scotch. I'll only drink it when I'm out of single malt, and Dewars would be my last choice. Chevas seemed to be what most pubs/restaurants stocked as a blend when I lived in Louisiana. "The Macallen" is good stuff, and don't knock Glenfiddich. I sampled a bit of a 25yr bottle and it wasn't bad.

**flyv65** · 12th October 05, 11:51 AM

Originally Posted by Colin

Here, here. Comparing Glenlivet to a blend is like comparing turkey dinner to McDonalds. Blends are good for cooking, where as a single malt is for enjoyment

Tut, tut now: I wasn't comparing Glenlivet to a blend-merely mentioning a blend in response to the one spoken of in the initial posting. I must admit though, that untill I tried Famous Grouse I thought the more renowned blends (Dewars, Chivas, etc.) were derived from turpentine products. The Grouse is blended from predominantly The Macallan and Highland Park rackings, and I haven't seen a 750 ml bottle go for more than $25 in my neck 'o the woods-good value indeed.

One more point. I spend a fair bit of time in the kitchen, and I subscribe to the French theory on cooking with spirits-don't cook with anything you wouldn't drink for pleasure (hence my search for a good blend) :-D .

Bryan...I like good beer and good scotch-who needs wine?...

**Colin** · 12th October 05, 12:22 PM

Originally Posted by flyv65

Tut, tut now: I wasn't comparing Glenlivet to a blend-merely mentioning a blend in response to the one spoken of in the initial posting. I must admit though, that untill I tried Famous Grouse I thought the more renowned blends (Dewars, Chivas, etc.) were derived from turpentine products. The Grouse is blended from predominantly The Macallan and Highland Park rackings, and I haven't seen a 750 ml bottle go for more than $25 in my neck 'o the woods-good value indeed.

One more point. I spend a fair bit of time in the kitchen, and I subscribe to the French theory on cooking with spirits-don't cook with anything you wouldn't drink for pleasure (hence my search for a good blend) :-D .

Bryan...I like good beer and good scotch-who needs wine?...

Actually it was directed at Graham

Famous Grouse is nice, but I would prefer a bottle of Macallan or Highland Park single Malt personally. My wallet however is always siding with my wife on that disagreement.

**Cawdorian** · 12th October 05, 12:57 PM

Red's in Alpharetta (North of Atlanta) has a good selection including Glenlivet, Glenmourangi (sp)The store located at the corner of Alpharetta Highway and DeVore Road in Alpharetta.

Jim

**Macman** · 12th October 05, 09:22 AM

Ah, The Glenlivet. Like Southern Scot, this was one of my first single malts, and it remains one of my favourites. My licence plate reads "LIVET". What makes it even better is that, here in BC, it is priced far lower than most of the other malts, so I can indulge myself more.

**Colin** · 12th October 05, 09:31 AM

Originally Posted by Macman

Ah, The Glenlivet. Like Southern Scot, this was one of my first single malts, and it remains one of my favourites. My licence plate reads "LIVET". What makes it even better is that, here in BC, it is priced far lower than most of the other malts, so I can indulge myself more.

I hear you David, it's great that glenlivet sells for basically the same as a glenfiddich or a blend.

**Mike1** · 12th October 05, 12:06 PM

Graham, any rumors about me going to CaD shows and looking parched and penniless until Joe drags out the Ardbeg sampler bottles are just that. Rumors. ;)

I'm like you, I've always noticed the Angel's Share is a much larger share on the good whisky. Why is that...

**clancelt** · 12th October 05, 08:34 PM

If you haven't yet, you should try the Chivas main Scotch before it gets watered down with the cheap stuff. Strathisla 12y is one of the best you'll ever taste. It's available in the states now, albeit a bit hard to find.

mmmm, mmmm, good ;)

**Andrew Breecher** · 12th October 05, 10:49 PM

My favourite "budget" scotch is McClelland's 12yo Highland Sherry Finish single malt. It's $30U.S. a bottle, and tastes soooo good. I keep filling up my flask with it, and when I'm out I use up the flask giving all my friends tastes of it....

Andrew.

**Kiltedmusiclover** · 13th October 05, 04:40 AM

We went to the Glenlivet distillery last year. It is a first rate operation.

I'll never forget the angel's portion I took in as we walked through the

aging warehouse. I do like Glenlivet but my preference is one that has

a little more peat in its punch. I haven't met a Whiskey from Islay that

I did not like. Highland Park is also one of my favorites.